CNS) Outpatient General Neurology I

Cleveland Clinic

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic’s Neurological Institute is hiring a full-time outpatient Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist) to care for patients with general neurologic disorders at Main Campus or a Regional Family Health Center. The role includes evaluating new and established patients and managing ongoing treatments. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with possible extended hours on some days. There is no call requirement. Neurological experience is preferred; newly licensed candidates with a neurological interest or rotation are welcome to apply and may be trained. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers primary and/or specialty care in collaboration with the healthcare team and within the scope of certification and licensure. Practice includes health promotion, disease prevention, and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The role may also involve sharing knowledge through instruction and the development or leadership of educational programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited APRN program for APRN applicants; an MSN is required upon hire or within three years of hire for specified external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN role.
Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant program for PA applicants; a master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a higher degree from a program recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board is required.
Oral and written communication skills in English.
For NP applicants: current Nurse Practitioner and RN licenses in the applicable state(s), and national NP certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
For CNS applicants: current Clinical Nurse Specialist and RN licenses in the applicable state(s), and national CNS certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
For PA applicants: certification through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board, and a license to practice and prescribe issued by that board.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association is required.
Additional certification may be required according to work setting: ACLS or PALS through the American Heart Association, NRP through the American Academy of Pediatrics, or, for PA applicants, ATLS where applicable.
NP and CNS applicants must have arrangements with at least one physician as required by applicable state Board of Nursing rules.
PA applicants must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum; a current DEA license or DEA designee is required as specified by NCQA.
Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
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 the electronic medical record.
High standards of moral and ethical conduct, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods, perform physical examinations using manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination, and have corrected vision and hearing within the normal range.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds; may be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Nice To Haves

Neurological experience is preferred; newly licensed candidates with a neurological interest or rotation are welcome to apply and may be trained.
Related clinical experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough medical histories and physical examinations where indicated; order appropriate laboratory, radiology, or other diagnostic tests; review results; and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans.
Perform and interpret routine laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, and other diagnostic procedures within credentialed and privileged scope.
Perform routine and specialized procedures within credentialed and privileged scope.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure, state-board requirements, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients about diseases, treatments, and related medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to support quality patient care.
Refer patients to specialists for consultations or specialized health resources and treatment as appropriate.
Support continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patients and multidisciplinary care-team members or specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor quality and patient outcomes.
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
Support the professional development of the healthcare team.
Promote the use of 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.
Perform other duties as assigned.