Job Summary
Seeking an advanced practice provider (APP) to join the inpatient Stroke Neurology team. The role involves treating acute ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, coordinating real-time code strokes with physicians, and assessing patient eligibility for alteplase and mechanical thrombectomy. The APP will collaborate with Vascular Neurologists to manage post-stroke care in ICU, step-down units, and medical/surgical floors, determine stroke mechanisms, and initiate secondary prevention strategies. Providing patient, caregiver, and staff education is also essential.
Responsibilities include:
- Synthesizing data to develop, implement, and evaluate care plans, including ordering and interpreting diagnostics.
- Performing technical and procedural skills proficiently.
- Providing management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients and families.
- Participating in quality improvement and research initiatives.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and optimizing EMR use.
- Serving as a resource and supporting staff education.
- Identifying systemic factors affecting outcomes and facilitating patient flow.
- Maintaining professional growth, credentials, and clinical knowledge.
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