Nurse Practitioner - Neurology

Washington Regional Medical System • Fayetteville, AR

2d • Onsite

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.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level