Neurology Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

The Neurology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers comprehensive care to patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings. The APP works collaboratively with neurologists and multidisciplinary teams to provide timely evaluations, optimize treatment plans, and improve patient outcomes—particularly in time-sensitive conditions such as stroke and seizure disorders.
Key Responsibilities
1. Inpatient / Hospital Responsibilities
Perform neurologic evaluations, including detailed history and neurological exams
Manage acute neurologic conditions (stroke, seizures, encephalopathy, neuromuscular disorders)
Participate in daily rounds (ICU and floor)
Respond to neurology consults from ED and inpatient services
Assist with stroke alerts and rapid response evaluations
Coordinate care with ICU teams, hospitalists, and rehabilitation services
2. Outpatient / Clinic Responsibilities
Evaluate new and follow-up patients with neurologic disorders
Manage chronic conditions (epilepsy, migraine, MS, Parkinson’s disease, neuropathy)
Order and interpret diagnostic studies (EEG, EMG, MRI, CT, labs)
Adjust medications and treatment plans
Provide patient and family education
3. Procedural Responsibilities (if applicable)
Perform lumbar punctures (if credentialed)
Assist with EMG/NCS (depending on training and site)
Participate in Botox clinics (e.g., migraine, spasticity)
4. Call & Coverage Responsibilities
Participate in call rotation (including nights/weekends if required)
Assist in stroke coverage (including telestroke if applicable)
Provide cross-coverage for inpatient neurology service
5. Documentation & Compliance
Complete timely and accurate documentation in EMR
Ensure compliance with stroke protocols and national quality metrics
Support performance improvement initiatives (e.g., door-to-needle times)
6. Collaboration & Leadership
Work closely with neurologists, neurosurgery, ED, ICU, and rehab teams
Participate in stroke committee and quality initiatives
Assist in protocol development and standardization of care
Qualifications
Required
Graduate of accredited PA or NP program
Board certification (PA-C or NP)
Active state license (or eligibility)
DEA license (or eligibility)
BLS and ACLS certification
Preferred
Experience in neurology, stroke, ICU, or hospital medicine
Familiarity with stroke protocols and NIH Stroke Scale
Skills & Competencies
Strong neurologic assessment skills
Ability to manage high-acuity patients
Rapid decision-making in time-sensitive conditions
Excellent communication and teamwork
Salary:$150,000plus benefits plus incentives up to 15,000 per year