NEUROLOGY - Full Time NP/PA

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Rome, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) position in Neurology offers a Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM-5:00 PM) with no weekends, hospital rounding, or after-hours call. The role involves diagnosing and treating acute and chronic neurological conditions, performing comprehensive patient evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing preventive care and patient counseling. The NP/PA will also educate patients and families, maintain accurate medical records, collaborate with physicians and clinical staff, and prescribe medications in accordance with regulations. Quality, safety, and professional standards are paramount, with a focus on patient-centered care and participation in quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Georgia
Prior experience in General Neurology preferred
Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Botox therapy

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat acute and chronic neurological conditions within established nurse/physician protocols
Perform comprehensive patient evaluations including history, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretation
Develop differential diagnoses and implement appropriate treatment plans
Monitor chronic conditions and assess treatment effectiveness and patient compliance
Determine appropriate follow-up care, referrals, and need for physician intervention
Provide preventive care and patient counseling on health maintenance and disease prevention
Ensure infection control protocols are followed and appropriately triage patients
Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, and self-care practices
Tailor education to patient learning needs, abilities, and developmental levels
Utilize educational materials and tools to reinforce learning and document outcomes
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records
Ensure documentation supports appropriate billing and reflects the level of care provided
Update problem lists, medication lists, and patient histories regularly
Document all patient interactions, including follow-ups and communication with specialists
Work closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care
Provide clinical guidance, training, and support to staff as needed
Participate in improving patient flow and addressing care delivery challenges
Prescribe medications in accordance with collaborative practice agreements and state regulations
Adhere to established drug protocols and maintain updated agreements annually
Deliver patient-centered care with respect, confidentiality, and professionalism
Follow all safety protocols and infection control procedures
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and organizational goals
Maintain clinical competency through continuing education and required training