Neurology - ADMDC Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support our outpatient Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Disorders clinic. The role emphasizes clinical autonomy under physician supervision, with opportunities to work in neurology and related specialties.

Ideal candidates will have strong nursing experience and the ability to manage complex patients, collaborating with physicians and care teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• Prior Nurse Practitioner experience; RN experience required.
• Comfort practicing with a high degree of autonomy.
• Experience in neurology settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures.
• Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts.
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of recording in medical records.
• Provide follow-up health maintenance care per supervising physician protocols.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and families about care.

Skills

Autonomy

Clinical judgment

Outpatient care

Neurology experience

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Neurology - ADMDC Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Job Description Job Title: Neurology - ADMDC Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Division: Neurology Work Arrangement: Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: FLSA Status: Exempt Work Schedule:

Summary

The Department of Neurology is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to support our outpatient Alzheimer's Disease and Memory Disorders clinic. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, substantial prior nursing experience, and the ability to practice with a high level of autonomy under physician supervision. Candidates with backgrounds in neurology, neuro-ICU, cardiology, or primary care are particularly encouraged to apply.

https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/specialties/neurology/alzheimers-disease-and-memory-disorders

Job Duties

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.


• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.


• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.


• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.


• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.


• Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.


• Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.


• Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.


• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Nursing.


• Experience: Prior Nurse Practitioner experience; significant RN experience required. Must be comfortable practicing with a high degree of autonomy.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Texas RN license.


• Current Texas APRNP-NP license with required specialty certification.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• NP experience in neurology, neuro-ICU, cardiology, primary care, or psychiatry.


• Demonstrated ability to manage medically complex patients.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Requisition ID: 25293

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty, and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.