Neurology Epilepsy - Full Time NP/PA

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

38d • $51 - $77 • Hybrid

About The Position

This full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) position is within the Neurology department, specifically focusing on Epilepsy. The role involves a rotating schedule, spending 65% of the time in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and 35% in the outpatient clinic. The position supports intake clinics to enhance patient access, reduce referral wait times, and expedite patient entry into the epilepsy surgery program. The patient population includes both children and adults. The role may also include irregular hours and/or call responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current NP or PA licensure in North Carolina (or eligibility)
• Current BLS certification

Nice To Haves

• Experience in neurology, epilepsy, or acute/inpatient care
• Experience working with both pediatric and adult populations
• Strong interpersonal and patient communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
• Strong clinical judgment and procedural competency
• Exceptional organization and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Flexibility to perform additional duties as needed

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including neurologic evaluations
• Diagnose and manage epilepsy and seizure disorders in collaboration with neurology and neurosurgery teams
• Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic testing (EEG, imaging, labs)
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management
• Provide care in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) and outpatient clinics
• Support intake clinics to improve referral access and reduce wait times
• Assist in evaluation and preparation of patients for epilepsy surgery
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, and self-management
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary, team-based care environment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed