Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) - Neurology (Inpatient & Stroke Clinic)

Job description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) - Neurology (Inpatient & Stroke Clinic)

nDallas, Texas

nAbout Us

nHere at Baylor Scott & White Health, we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

nOur Core Values

nnnWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

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nnWe never settle by constantly striving for better.

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nnWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

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nnWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.

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n nBenefits

nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. Benefits may include:

nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

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nn401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

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nnTuition Reimbursement

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nnPTO accrual beginning Day 1

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n nJob Summary

nBaylor Scott & White Health is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) to join our growing Neurology team in Dallas. This is a shift-based position that provides care across both the inpatient neurology service and outpatient stroke clinic.

nThis role offers a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative academic environment caring for patients with acute neurologic conditions while also participating in longitudinal stroke follow-up care. Approximately 80% of the position is dedicated to inpatient neurology, including both the general neurology and stroke services, with the remaining 20% spent in the outpatient Stroke Clinic.

nThe selected provider will work alongside a highly specialized multidisciplinary team consisting of 10 Neurologists, 6 Advanced Practice Providers, and 1 supervising physician, delivering evidence-based neurological care across the continuum.

nPosition Highlights

nnnShift-based schedule with 192 shifts annually

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nn10-hour day shifts (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

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nnNo call responsibilities

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nnSome weekend coverage required

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nnCollaborative, team-oriented practice

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nnOpportunity to care for a broad range of neurologic disorders in both acute and outpatient settings

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n nEssential Functions of the Role

nnnEvaluate, diagnose, and manage patients admitted to the inpatient neurology and stroke services.

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nnPerform comprehensive history and physical examinations.

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nnDevelop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising neurologists.

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nnOrder, interpret, and evaluate laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and neurological testing.

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nnMonitor patient progress throughout hospitalization and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.

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nnParticipate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate closely with physicians, nursing, rehabilitation services, pharmacy, and case management.

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nnProvide stroke follow-up care and secondary stroke prevention management in the outpatient Stroke Clinic.

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nnEducate patients and families regarding neurologic conditions, medications, lifestyle modifications, and treatment plans.

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nnDocument patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.

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nnCoordinate consultations and referrals when appropriate.

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nnMaintain compliance with all regulatory, quality, and patient safety standards.

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n nKey Success Factors

nnnStrong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills

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nnAbility to manage complex neurological and stroke patients in an inpatient setting

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nnExcellent critical thinking and clinical decision-making abilities

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nnEffective communication and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team

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nnStrong organizational and time management skills

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nnCommitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care

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nnProficiency with electronic medical records and healthcare technology

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n nQualifications

nEducation

nnGraduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) program.

n nExperience

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nnMinimum one (1) year of Advanced Practice Provider experience in an inpatient setting. New graduate Nurse Practitioners will not be considered.

n nPreferred

nnnExperience in one or more of the following specialties:

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nnNeurology

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nnNeurosurgery

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nnHospital Medicine

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nnPhysical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) with a neurological focus

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n nNeurology experience is preferred but not required. Candidates with strong inpatient experience and an interest in neuroscience are encouraged to apply.

nCertifications & Licensure

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nnnCurrent Texas APRN license (or ability to obtain prior to start)

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nnCurrent certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)

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nnPrescriptive authority in the State of Texas

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nnDEA (or ability to obtain prior to start)

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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer

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n nWhy Baylor Scott & White?

nJoin one of Texas' premier neuroscience programs and become part of a collaborative team dedicated to advancing neurological care through innovation, teamwork, and exceptional patient outcomes. This role offers a balanced combination of inpatient acute neurology and outpatient stroke management, allowing providers to build expertise across the full continuum of neurologic care while maintaining an excellent work-life balance through a predictable shift-based schedule.

nQUALIFICATIONS

nnnEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program

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nnEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

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n nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

nnnNurse Practitioner (NP)

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nnRegistered Nurse (RN)

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nnBasic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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n nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Worksite address

dallas, TX, 75215, US

Who can apply

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