Neurology APRN​/PA-C

Neurology APRN/PA-C
Location: Neurology Specialists - 800 Medical Center Drive, Ste. 210, Newton, KS, 67114
Category: NEUROLOGY

Under administrative direction, the Neurology APRN/PA-C provides comprehensive and professional advanced practice care to patients in the outpatient clinic and/or hospital setting. This role practices with a high level of autonomy and manages complex clinical decision-making while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary care teams.

The Neurology APRN/PA-C is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, treating, and evaluating patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions, promoting wellness, preventing illness, and providing patient-centered care.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans for neurological conditions
• Manage acute and chronic neurological illnesses using evidence-based practice
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions within scope of practice
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care
• Provide patient and family education, counseling, and health promotion

Education

• Master’s degree from an accredited Advanced Practice Nursing program or
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience preferred
• Neurology experience preferred but not required

Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth knowledge of evidence-based practice and clinical application
• Advanced knowledge of pharmacology appropriate to specialty area
• Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and staff
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complex clinical situations
• Proficiency in applying clinical procedures, techniques, and instrumentation
• Ability to formulate and implement treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions

• Current active RN and APRN license in good standing with the Kansas State Board of Nursing OR
• Current active Physician Assistant license in good standing with the Kansas State Board of Healing Arts
• Current DEA registration
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

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