Advance Practice Provider (NP/PA): Neuroscience Fellowship

Cleveland Clinic

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic’s Neurological Institute offers a one-year Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship for recently graduated nurse practitioners and physician assistants/associates. The program provides structured postgraduate training to support the transition into neurological and neurosurgical specialty practice. Fellows gain mentored clinical experience, specialty rotations, and dedicated education to develop neuroscience knowledge, clinical reasoning, judgment, and skills for caring for patients with complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions. The fellowship is based at Cleveland Clinic Main Campus in Cleveland, Ohio, with travel to regional and satellite facilities for educational opportunities. Two fellows will be selected for the inaugural cohort beginning in April 2027. Approximately 70% of fellowship time is spent in supervised clinical experiences across neurological and neurosurgical specialties. The remaining time is devoted to weekly didactics, simulation, case-based learning, independent study, and a mentored Capstone Project completed during the fourth quarter. Fellows are hired into full-time, salaried, fixed-term positions for the 52-week program. Compensation is paid semi-monthly at a training rate lower than standard APP compensation, and fellows are eligible for applicable full-time benefits. Employment ends at the conclusion of the program for fellows who do not obtain another Cleveland Clinic position; post-fellowship employment is not guaranteed. Applicants must have completed a qualifying NP or PA/associate master’s program by December 28, 2026, hold the applicable national board certification, obtain an active unrestricted Ohio license before the start date, and be eligible for Cleveland Clinic credentialing. Board examinations and certifications must be completed by February 22, 2027. Applications must include a current CV, a personal statement describing interest in neurology and career goals, three recommendation letters (including at least one from a clinical preceptor or faculty member familiar with the applicant’s clinical work), and NP or PA program transcripts. Applications are due December 28, 2026, with interviews and offers made on a rolling basis. The anticipated start date is April 5, 2027.

Requirements

Completion of at least a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/Associate master’s program, with the degree conferred no later than December 28, 2026.
NP applicants must hold national certification in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, or Family Nurse Practitioner from a nationally recognized certifying body; PA applicants must hold NCCPA certification (PA-C).
An active, unrestricted Ohio APRN license for NPs or PA license for PAs must be obtained before the program start date.
Must be eligible for credentialing by the Cleveland Clinic Medical Executive Committee and Board of Governors.
Board examinations and certifications must be successfully completed at least six weeks before the program start date, by February 22, 2027.
Application must include a current curriculum vitae, personal statement describing interest in neurology and career goals, three recommendation letters (at least one from a clinical preceptor or faculty member familiar with the applicant’s clinical work), and NP or PA program transcripts.
Agree to complete 52 weeks of training at Cleveland Clinic and affiliated regional hospitals; all program requirements must be met for the certificate of completion.
NP credentials include applicable-state Nurse Practitioner and RN licenses, nationally accredited NP certification recognized by the state Board of Nursing, AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), physician arrangements as required by the state Board of Nursing, and hospital credentialing and privileges. ACLS, PALS, or NRP may be required depending on work setting.
PA credentials include applicable-state PA licensure and prescribing license, NCCPA certification or successor certification recognized by the state Licensing Board, current DEA license or DEA designee as required by NCQA, AHA BLS, a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum, and hospital credentialing and privileges. ACLS, PALS, NRP, or ATLS may be required depending on work setting.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; strong written and verbal communication; and ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis and ability to use an electronic medical record.
High standards of moral and ethical conduct, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work independently, and ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Oral and written communication in English.
Related clinical experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

Related clinical experience.
Interest in additional specialty training, such as Sleep Medicine or Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Conduct medical histories and physical examinations where indicated; initiate and review diagnostic tests; and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans.
Perform and interpret routine diagnostic procedures and perform routine or specialized procedures within credentialing and privileges.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients about diseases, treatments, and related medication or treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to support quality patient care.
Refer patients to specialists or other appropriate health resources and treatments.
Coordinate continuity of care as a liaison among patients, multidisciplinary care teams, and specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor outcomes and quality of care.
Support appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with inpatient regulatory standards.
Support the professional development of the healthcare team and promote evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
Complete the fellowship’s supervised specialty rotations, educational activities, and mentored Capstone Project.
Perform other duties as assigned.