Nurse Practitioner

Cerebrocare; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cerebrocare in Brownsville, Texas seeks a Neurology Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced clinical care in an outpatient neurology clinic. You will collaborate with neurologists to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with neurological conditions and TB-related injuries.

You will order and interpret diagnostic studies, educate patients, and participate in after-hours and weekend schedules as needed. Texas NP licensure and national certification are required, with DEA registration preferred.

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.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive neurological assessments and patient evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage neurological conditions, including TBI-related injuries.
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans with neurologists.
• Prescribe medications, injections, and therapies per Texas scope-of-practice laws.
• Order, review, and interpret diagnostic studies (EEGs, imaging, labs).
• Educate patients and caregivers on diagnoses, plans, medications, and lifestyle.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic reasoning

Patient communication

Independent work

Education

MSN or DNP

Texas NP license

NP national certification (ANCC/AANP)

DEA registration

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Location:Brownsville,Texas
Department: Clinical Services
Reports To: Operations Manager / Supervising Neurologist

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, including EEGs, imaging, and laboratory tests.

• Communicate diagnostic results and treatment recommendations to patients.

Patient Management & Education

• Provide patients and caregivers with education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, 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 and 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.

• Availability to work the required evening and Saturday schedule.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in neurology, neuroscience, or specialty outpatient clinics.

• Familiarity with EEG workflows and neurological diagnostics.

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) highly preferred.
• 3-5 years Neuro experience 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 working in a fast-paced specialty clinic environment.

• Ability to provide high-quality care during after-hours and weekend appointments.

Compensation

$140,000–$150,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

The benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays