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.