Neurology APP (NP/PA)

Inova Health System•Fairfax, VA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

Inova is seeking a dedicated Neurology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join their team. This role offers a sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Inova Neuroscience is a leader in diagnosing, treating, and researching complex neurological conditions. The APP will collaborate with attending neurologists, consulting services, nursing staff, therapists, and care management teams to provide high-quality care for hospitalized patients with a wide range of acute and complex neurological conditions. This position is part of a multidisciplinary neuroscience environment at a regional referral center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. Inova is recognized nationally for excellence in safety, quality, patient experience, and workforce culture, and is a top employer regionally and nationally.

Requirements

Masters in Advanced Clinical Practice or graduate of a post masters certificate program for nurse practitioners, OR certificate from an education program that is accredited by the Council of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs/Schools, American College of Nurse Midwives, American Association of Colleges of Nursing of the National League for Nursing. For Physician Assistants, graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Basic Life Support (BLS) upon start
Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License (depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances)
Ability to successfully complete the credentialing process by third-party payors
Ability to enrolled as a CMS Medicare/Medicaid payor
Successful completion of credentialing for Medical Staff membership and appropriate clinical privileges sufficient to perform all required services

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of experience in Neurology

Responsibilities

Provide inpatient care for patients admitted to the general neurology service and participate in neurology consultation services in collaboration with supervising neurologists
Perform comprehensive neurological assessments, develop differential diagnoses, formulate management plans, and assist with coordination of diagnostic evaluation and treatment
Participate in the management of patients with acute neurological conditions including stroke, seizure disorders, encephalopathy, headache syndromes, movement disorders, neuromuscular disease, and neurodegenerative conditions
Interpret and synthesize clinical data including neuroimaging, EEG findings, laboratory studies, and consultant recommendations to support clinical decision-making
Collaborate closely with neurologists, hospitalists, intensivists, neurosurgery teams, nursing staff, therapists, and case management teams to support coordinated patient care and safe transitions of care
Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, patient/family discussions, and quality or operational initiatives as appropriate
Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record
Maintain ongoing professional development and engagement in evidence-based neurological practice

Benefits

medical, dental and vision coverage
robust team member wellness program
Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
up to $5,250 per year in education assistance
up to $10,000 for student loans
25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
paid time off
paid parental leave
flexible work schedules
Sign-on bonus
relocation assistance