Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Vascular Neurology

Washington Regional Medical System • Fayetteville, AR

1d • 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. 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 on health issues and preventative care, and consulting with other healthcare providers. The provider will also stay current with medical research and trends and support research projects.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant 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
• Education Level: Associate degree