Nurse Practitioner (NP)
cerebrocare
- McAllen, United States
- $100K – $135K /yr
- Mid Level
- Posted
The Neurology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical care to patients with neurological conditions under the supervision/collaboration of a neurologist. This role includes conducting evaluations, managing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and providing ongoing patient education and follow-up care in an outpatient neurology clinic setting.
Responsibilities
- Clinical Care Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and patient evaluations.
- Diagnose and manage neurological conditions resulting from TBI related injuries.
- Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans in collaboration with neurologists.
- Prescribe injections and therapies in accordance with Texas scope-of-practice laws.
- Order and review 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 and clarity.
- & Documentation Collaborate with neurologists, medical assistants, EEG technicians, and administrative staff.
- Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in the EHR.
- Ensure compliance with clinic policies, HIPAA, and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Qualifications Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP).
- Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license in good standing.
- National certification as an NP (ANCC or AANP).
- DEA registration (or ability to obtain).
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- 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.
Preferred
- Qualifications Experience in neurology, neuroscience, or specialty outpatient clinics.
- Familiarity with EEG interpretation workflows and neurological diagnostics.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.
Pay
Texas Market Base Salary Range (Full-Time): $100,000 – $135,000 per year
