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Job description
Job Description:
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
Neuro Hospitalist - Inpatient Neurology
Arlington, Texas | Full-Time | 7-On / 7-Off Schedule
Compensation:
$140,000 - $200,000+ annually depending on neuro experience, inpatient background, and overall fit
Schedule:
7 Days On / 7 Days Off
12-Hour Shifts
Inpatient Hospital-Based Position
Overview
An established and rapidly growing inpatient neurology program in the Arlington, Texas area is seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its Neuro Hospitalist team.
This position focuses on high-acuity inpatient neurological care within a collaborative stroke and neuroscience environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in Neuro ICU, Stroke, Neurosurgery, Neurocritical Care, Hospital Medicine, or other inpatient neurology-focused settings.
The practice is seeking clinically strong providers who are comfortable managing complex neurological patients in a fast-paced hospital environment while working closely with neurologists, hospitalists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary care teams.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient management for acute neurology and stroke patients
Perform detailed neurological assessments, daily rounding, admissions, consults, and discharge planning
Participate in stroke response and rapid neurological evaluations
Manage neurological conditions including:
Acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke
Seizures and status epilepticus
Encephalopathy
Neurotrauma
Neuromuscular disorders
Altered mental status
Post-operative neurosurgical patients
Collaborate with neurologists, intensivists, neurosurgeons, therapists, nursing staff, and case management teams
Interpret diagnostic testing and monitor patient progress within the inpatient setting
Document accurately within the electronic medical record system
Support evidence-based practice, quality initiatives, and patient safety programs
Requirements
Required: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification OR Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification
Active Texas APRN or PA license (or eligibility)
DEA license or eligibility
Current BLS certification
Minimum 2 years of inpatient acute care experience
Strongly Preferred: Neuro ICU experience
Stroke or Neurocritical Care background
Inpatient Neurology or Neuro Hospitalist experience
Neurosurgery ICU experience
Hospitalist medicine background with neurological patient management
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
ENLS or other neuro-focused certifications
Ideal Candidate
The ideal provider is confident, collaborative, and highly comfortable in high-acuity inpatient environments. Candidates with prior exposure to comprehensive stroke programs, Neuro ICU units, or hospital-based neurology services are especially encouraged to apply.
This role is well-suited for providers seeking: Advanced inpatient neurological practice
Higher earning potential for specialized neuro experience
Collaborative physician support
Long-term growth within a neuroscience-focused service line
Predictable 7-on/7-off scheduling
Compensation & Benefits Highly competitive compensation structure
Increased salary consideration for strong neuro experience
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Paid Time Off (PTO)
CME support and certification reimbursement
Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
Malpractice coverage
Professional development opportunities
Location
Arlington, Texas offers convenient access to both Dallas and Fort Worth while providing a strong healthcare market, excellent amenities, and a central DFW location.
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Working Place:
Arlington, Texas, United States
Worksite address
arlington, TX, 76000, US
Who can apply
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