Nurse Practitioner

 

Job Summary

The Neurology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical care to patients with neurological conditions under the supervision and collaboration of a neurologist. This role includes conducting comprehensive evaluations, managing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing ongoing patient education and follow-up care in an outpatient neurology clinic setting.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and patient evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage neurological conditions, including those resulting from TBI-related injuries.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with neurologists.
• Prescribe medications, injections, and therapies in accordance with Texas scope-of-practice laws.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies (EEG, imaging, labs) and communicate results to patients.
   

Patient Management & Education

• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and lifestyle modifications.
• Conduct follow-up visits and monitor treatment outcomes.
• Address patient questions and concerns with empathy, clarity, and professionalism.

 

Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate closely with neurologists, medical assistants, EEG technicians, and administrative staff.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation within the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and all applicable federal and state standards.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP).
• Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license in good standing.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP).
• DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in neurology, neuroscience, or specialty outpatient clinics.
• Familiarity with EEG workflows and neurological diagnostics.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent patient communication and education skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with physicians.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced specialty clinic environment.