Neurology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Full Time Days

NYU Langone Health System; Village of Patchogue (NY); On-site; USD 138,176 - 169,616; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

NYU Langone Health System is seeking a full-time Neurology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in Patchogue, New York. The successful candidate will provide high-quality healthcare to patients, working as a licensed independent practitioner in collaboration with physicians.

This role entails various medical responsibilities, including patient assessment, management, and surgical assistance, while following hospital policies for documentation and patient care. Candidates should possess the required educational qualifications along with a valid New York State license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NP educational program approved by the State of New York.
• Current NP certification from either the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
• Current New York State license as registered nurse and NP.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with patient management focusing on quality care and timely discharge.
• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessment and documentation.
• Order and interpret tests based on patient need.
• Manage medical/surgical patient care, including emergencies requiring BLS/ACLS.

Skills

Patient assessment

Surgical assistance

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees

Current NP certification

Graduate of an NP educational program

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS)

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk is a 306-bed medical center located in eastern Long Island.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Neurology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (FT Days). In this role, the successful candidate will a nurse practitioner (NP) who will provide high‑quality, cost‑effective health care to all patients at NYU Langone Hospital‑Suffolk.

NPs work as licensed independent practitioners collaborating with licensed physicians to deliver a broad range of medical services. They are responsible for patient assessment, management, documentation, surgical assistance, and participation in interdisciplinary teams. NPs may also serve on the Trauma Team, providing first assistance in surgery and managing emergencies requiring BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Job Responsibilities

• Introduces/identifies self as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
• Assists physicians with patient management focusing on quality care and timely discharge.
• Communicates professionally with physicians, consulting physicians, case managers, nurses, and other hospital staff regarding patient information that may affect discharge or care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment/history and physical examination.
• Assesses and reassesses patient condition and care plan.
• Orders and interprets tests and results (lab, radiology, EKG, etc.) based on patient need.
• Orders medications and treatments.
• Documents care in the chart according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Formulates diagnoses and implements patient care and treatment plans.
• Obtains consents for blood/blood product transfusion, CT scan and MRI contrast administration, and procedures performed by the PA.
• Initiates consults with physicians and other hospital staff, including hospice and palliative care.
• Initiates and participates in care related to end‑of‑life issues (DNR/DNI and MOLST documentation).
• Manages medical/surgical patient care, including emergencies requiring BLS/ACLS/PALS (adult or family NP).
• Performs trauma assessments/reassessments following ATLS (Trauma Team).
• Performs peri‑ and intra‑operative assessments/reassessments.
• Performs peri‑ and intraprocedure assessments/reassessments.
• Rounds with physicians and other hospital staff.
• Orders, applies, reapplies, and removes restraints.
• Writes legibly; dates, times, and signs all chart entries.
• Uses name stamp.
• Documents patient/family education, results of tests ordered, and disposition of care.
• Completes all procedure notes and completes discharge documentation including summaries, instructions, discharge orders, prescriptions, and other required documentation.
• Signs, dates, and times verbal/telephone orders by the end of each shift.
• Fully completes and submits billing forms by the end of each shift.

Technical Procedures

• Explains procedures to patient/family.
• Uses sterile technique and barrier precautions when needed.
• Performs procedures such as IV insertion, Foley catheter insertion, nasogastric tube insertion, central venous line removal, etc.
• Sutures and provides wound care, applies splints.
• Assists in surgery and with cardiac catheterizations.
• Performs CT/MRI injections and other radiological injections such as nuclear studies.
• Performs invasive procedures such as PICC insertion, central venous line insertion, chest tube insertion.
• Performs surgical procedures such as chest tube removal, drain removal, etc.
• Assists radiologist with procedures such as biopsies, drainage procedures, special procedures.
• Performs radiological procedures such as paracentesis, thoracentesis, etc.

General Job Requirements

• Demonstrates positive customer service and communication skills, effective time management, and problem‑solving ability.
• Conducts oneself professionally.
• Demonstrates medical, technical, and personal skills to assess, reassess, and manage patients.
• Knows one’s limitations and seeks help if needed.
• Demonstrates the ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Works as a team member in a multidisciplinary manner.
• Arrives to work and leaves on time.
• Abides by hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Abides by Det Norske Veritas (DNV) expectations and standards.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and techniques through reading, seminars, and conferences.
• Abides by all federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Answers pages and calls immediately (unless busy) using name, title, and greeting.
• Attends at least 50 % of departmental, Medical Staff, and Trauma Team meetings.
• Participates in performance assessment and improvement studies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an NP educational program approved by the State of New York.
• Current NP certification from either the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners or the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
• Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.
• Current New York State license as registered nurse and NP.
• Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.

Required Licenses

• Registered Nurse License – NYS.
• Nurse Practitioner License – NYS.
• Basic Life Support Certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required based on selected privileges.
• Neurology training and experience preferred.

NYU Langone Hospital‑Suffolk is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

Salary range for the role: $138,176.08 – $169,616.08 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay, or other compensations or benefits.