Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Nurse Specialist General Neurology I, Outpatient

Cleveland Clinic • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That's the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. This position is for a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Clinical Nurse Specialist focusing on General Neurology in an outpatient setting. The role involves evaluating new and established patients, managing ongoing treatments, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with no call requirement.

Requirements

• APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role.
• Graduate of an accredited APRN program.
• If in neonatal care service area, Master's Degree is required upon hire.
• PA: Graduate of an A.R.C. approved Physician Assistant Program.
• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree from a program recognized by their practicing states Licensing Board.
• Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Physician Assistant in applicable state(s).
• Must be licensed as an RN in applicable state(s).
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, or Physician Assistant by a nationally accredited organization.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based on work setting.
• Must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with state regulations.
• Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough medical histories and performs complete physical examinations.
• Initiates appropriate lab, radiology tests or other special tests required for evaluation of illness.
• Performs and interprets common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic and other routine diagnostic procedures.
• Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged.
• May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by license.
• Educates patients about their disease, treatments, and related drug and treatment side effects.
• Participates in medical team rounds and collaborates with healthcare team members.
• Refers patients to specialists as appropriate.
• Ensures continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the care team.
• Participates in quality monitoring and review of records and treatment plans.
• Facilitates appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Supports professional development of the healthcare team.
• Promotes translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
• May conduct research studies and assist in data collection and analysis.
• May serve as clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a focus on work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree