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Advocate Aurora Health

NEUROLOGY - Full Time NP/PA

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A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.

$116,618 / year median in Georgia

+33% projected growth

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Patient Care & Clinical Assessments Diagnose and treat acute and chronic neurological conditions within established nurse/physician protocols Perform comprehensive patient evaluations including history, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretation Develop differential diagnoses and implement appropriate treatment plans Monitor chronic conditions and assess treatment effectiveness and patient compliance Determine appropriate follow-up care, referrals, and need for physician intervention Provide preventive care and patient counseling on health maintenance and disease prevention Ensure infection control protocols are followed and appropriately triage patients Patient Education Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, and self-care practices Tailor education to patient learning needs, abilities, and developmental levels Utilize educational materials and tools to reinforce learning and document outcomes Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant medical records Ensure documentation supports appropriate billing and reflects the level of care provided Update problem lists, medication lists, and patient histories regularly Document all patient interactions, including follow-ups and communication with specialists Collaboration & Team Support Work closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure continuity of care Provide clinical guidance, training, and support to staff as needed Participate in improving patient flow and addressing care delivery challenges Medication & Protocol Management Prescribe medications in accordance with collaborative practice agreements and state regulations Adhere to established drug protocols and maintain updated agreements annually Quality, Safety & Professional Standards Deliver patient-centered care with respect, confidentiality, and professionalism Follow all safety protocols and infection control procedures Participate in quality improvement initiatives and organizational goals Maintain clinical competency through continuing education and required training Qualifications Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Georgia Prior experience in General Neurology preferred Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment Why Join Us? No call, no weekends, no hospital rounding Collaborative team with strong provider support Balanced patient load in an outpatient setting Opportunity to work with diverse neurological conditions and procedures, including Botox therapy