Neurointerventional

Advanced Practice Provider - NP or PA

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dynamic Neurointerventional Department. As an APP, you will play a crucial role in the comprehensive care of patients with neurovascular conditions, working closely with the neurointerventional team. This position requires a strong background in neurology, interventional radiology, or neurosurgery, along with excellent clinical and critical-thinking skills. The ideal candidate should be able to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging environment, delivering high-quality care to patients.

Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Diagnosis: Conduct thorough neurovascular assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and interpretation of diagnostic tests. Formulate accurate diagnoses and develop appropriate treatment plans for patients with neurovascular conditions, such as strokes, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), and vascular stenosis.

 

Treatment Planning and Implementation: Collaborate with the neurointerventional team to develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, imaging results, and patient preferences. Assist in performing neurointerventional procedures, including thrombectomies, coiling, embolization, angioplasty, and stenting. Administer conscious sedation and closely monitor patients during procedures, ensuring their safety and comfort. Patient Management and Follow-Up: Monitor and manage patients' post-procedure, assessing their response to treatment, identifying complications, and initiating appropriate interventions. Evaluate and manage potential neurological complications, such as vasospasms, hemorrhages, and infections. Provide patient education on post-procedure care, medications, lifestyle modifications, and follow-up requirements. Collaborative Care: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, interventional radiologists, neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, and critical care nurses, to ensure comprehensive patient care. Participate actively in multidisciplinary conferences and contribute to treatment planning discussions. Provide consultation and guidance to nursing staff, residents, and other healthcare professionals regarding neurovascular care. Research and Quality Improvement: Participate in research initiatives and quality improvement projects to advance neurointerventional care and enhance patient outcomes. Collect and analyze data, participate in data-driven discussions, and contribute to academic publications and presentations. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records, including patient histories, physical examinations, diagnostic results, treatment plans, and progress notes Ensure compliance with institutional and legal requirements for documentation and record-keeping. Protect patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Nursing or a relevant field from an accredited program. Current, unrestricted Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) license and certification. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in neurology, interventional radiology, or neurosurgery. Strong knowledge of neurovascular diseases, interventions, and procedures. Exceptional clinical and critical-thinking skills. Effective communication and interpersonal abilities for collaborating with the healthcare team and educating patients. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Proficiency in utilizing electronic medical record systems and other healthcare technology. Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of advancements in neurointerventional care.

 

The range for this position is $63.38 to $89.34 per hour.

This range serves as a good faith estimate and actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and position location. The salary range or rate listed does not include any bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job and it does not include the value of benefits. At Catholic Health, we believe in a people-first approach. In addition to the estimated base pay provided, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, generous tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.