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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.
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