Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Neurology (36 hrs)

Child Neurology Society; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Child Neurology Society is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the pediatric neuroscience unit in Boston. The role provides 36 hours/week of inpatient care for epilepsy and neurology patients, with rotating days and weekends.

Ideal candidates hold an MSN or PA degree, at least 2 years of acute care experience, and MA licensure; pediatric neuroscience experience is preferred. This position offers collaborative care and opportunities within a dedicated center.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing or PA Studies required.
• Minimum 2 years acute care RN/NP/PA experience.
• Pediatric neuroscience experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line inpatient neuro care for children on the unit.
• Collaborate with rounds and manage assigned patients.
• Participate in research, quality improvement, and staff education.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, care coordination, and family counseling.
• Support transition to home and continuity of care.
• Contribute to professional knowledge through publications and presentations.

Skills

Acute care experience

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Master of Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Position Summary/ Department Summary: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Neurology
Join our Center for Excellence in Epilepsy and Neurology, with care focusing on children and families with epilepsy and neurological diagnosis at acute and intermediate levels of care. This is a 36 hour/week position on a 31-bed pediatric neuroscience unit, inclusive of a 12 bed Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Opportunity to flex cover the Neuro Critical Care consult service following additional orientation.

Key Responsibilities

• First line care of Epilepsy and Neurology patient population on the inpatient neuroscience unit, including assessment and medical history, physical exams, diagnosis, and family centered care of patients and their families.
• Consulting in an interdisciplinary manner on all assigned inpatients during daily rounds and managing assigned patients throughout the course of the day.
• Participating in ongoing research and quality improvement initiatives, as well as facilitation of patient/family and multidisciplinary team education.
• Assisting with admissions, discharges, care coordination, monitoring and counseling of patients, including telephone consultation.
• Assisting with the transition to home, continuity of care across the continuum, and family support and education.
• Contributing to the knowledge base of the profession and specialty programs through publications, presentations, and participation in the work of professional organizations.
• Working 36 hours per week, 12-hour shifts, rotating days M-F, rotating weekend and holiday requirement (approx. every 3rd weekend)

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• A Master of Science in Nursing or a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies

Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years acute care experience as a RN, NP, PA required
• Previous neuroscience and pediatric clinical experience strongly preferred
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills required.

Licensure/ Certifications

• A current Massachusetts NP (PNP or FNP) or PA license
• Certification with specialty area expected within 3 years