APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Neurology

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Neurology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients with neurological conditions in both inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Working collaboratively with neurologists and multidisciplinary teams, the NP performs assessments, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, initiates treatment plans, and provides education and support to patients and families.

Requirements

Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission.
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC)
Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists

Nice To Haves

If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
Minimum of 1-2 years of NP experience preferred; neurology or neuroscience experience highly desirable
Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP), Adult (ANP)
Neurology certification preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough neurological evaluations and health assessments for patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, headaches, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, neuropathy, and dementia.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., MRI, CT, EEG, EMG) in collaboration with neurologists.
Develop and manage treatment plans in accordance with best practices and evidence-based guidelines.
Prescribe medications and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects.
Provide patient and family education about diagnosis, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions and contribute to care planning.
Coordinate referrals to specialists, rehabilitation, or community services as needed.
Manage follow-up care, monitor disease progression, and adjust care plans accordingly.
Support patients during transitions of care (e.g., hospital discharge, rehabilitation, outpatient follow-up).
Document all patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record.
Participate in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives as appropriate.
This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.