APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Neurology

20010 Sanford Clinic; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Neurology Nurse Practitioner to deliver advanced nursing care for patients with neurological conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings. The NP will collaborate with neurologists and multidisciplinary teams to assess, order tests, initiate treatment plans, and educate patients and families.

The role includes evaluating patients with stroke, epilepsy, headaches, MS, Parkinson's, and dementia; managing tests and follow-ups; coordinating referrals; and providing

Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited NP program.
• National board certification as AGACNP-BC or ACNPC-AG is preferred but not required.
• Current RN and NP licensure in states of practice; DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct neurological evaluations and health assessments for acute and chronic conditions.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (MRI, CT, EEG, EMG) with neurologists.
• Develop and manage treatment plans based on guidelines; prescribe medications.
• Coordinate referrals and transitions of care; participate in clinical research or quality initiatives.

Skills

Neurology

Nurse Practitioner

Education

Master's in Nursing

AGACNP-BC

Tools

DEA permit

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Union Position: No Department Details This provider will support the Stroke and Interventional service in the clinic and hospital. There will be a requirement of some weekend call coverage.

Summary

The Neurology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients with neurological conditions in both inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Working collaboratively with neurologists and multidisciplinary teams, the NP performs assessments, orders and interprets diagnostic tests, initiates treatment plans, and provides education and support to patients and families.

Job Description

• Conduct thorough neurological evaluations and health assessments for patients with acute and chronic neurological conditions, including stroke, epilepsy, headaches, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, neuropathy, and dementia.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., MRI, CT, EEG, EMG) in collaboration with neurologists.
• Develop and manage treatment plans in accordance with best practices and evidence-based guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and monitor for efficacy and adverse effects.
• Provide patient and family education about diagnosis, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case discussions and contribute to care planning.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists, rehabilitation, or community services as needed.
• Manage follow-up care, monitor disease progression, and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Support patients during transitions of care (e.g., hospital discharge, rehabilitation, outpatient follow‑up).
• Document all patient care activities accurately and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in clinical research or quality improvement initiatives as appropriate.
• This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.

Qualifications

• Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing AccreditingCommission.
• If Licensing prior to August1,1995, master’s degree in nursing is preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of NP experience preferred; neurology or neuroscience experience highly desirable.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
• Current DrugEnforcementAdministration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP‑BC) or ACNPC‑AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP‑BC), Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP‑BC) or (FNP–C), Adult‑Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP‑BC) or (A‑GNP), Adult (ANP) Neurology certification preferred but notrequired
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists Sanford is an EEO/AAEmployerM/F/Disability/Vet.

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The Sanford organization ownsandmanagesmultiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan,aswellasLewisDrug, SanfordHealthEquip, SolutionsbySanford,GreatShots,andBlueRockBar&Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.