Nurse Practitioner - Neurology
About The Position
Washington Regional is seeking a Neurology Advanced Practice Provider to join our Washington Regional JB Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute located in Northwest Arkansas. This position is outpatient clinic only. The role involves performing physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing and adjusting treatment plans, prescribing medications, documenting patient information in electronic medical records, educating patients and families, and consulting with other healthcare providers. The provider will also stay current with medical research and trends and support research projects.
Requirements
- Must be a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
- Unencumbered Nurse Practitioner license and CPR, required
- National certification, required
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a previous clinical nursing role, required
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in Vascular Neurology preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses
- Order and perform diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests
- Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary
- Prescribe and dispense medications
- Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records
- Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors
- Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics
- Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
