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Neurology and Sleep Medicine Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
Position Summary
The Neurology and Sleep Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive clinical care to patients with neurologic and sleep-related disorders. Working collaboratively with neurologists, sleep medicine physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams, this role supports diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal management of patients in outpatient and inpatient settings, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with neurologic conditions such as headache disorders, seizures, neuropathy, movement disorders, cognitive disorders, and multiple sclerosis, consistent with scope of practice
Evaluate and manage patients with sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnia, restless legs syndrome, and circadian rhythm disorders
Perform comprehensive histories, neurologic examinations, and sleep assessments
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Interpret diagnostic studies such as EEGs, EMGs, neuroimaging, and sleep studies as appropriate
Manage positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy and other sleep-related treatments
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modification
Coordinate care with primary care providers, behavioral health, pulmonology, and other specialists
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise or collaborate with clinical staff and learners as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and state licensure
Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience or specialized training in neurology or sleep medicine preferred
Skills and Competencies
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of neurologic and sleep-related disorders
Ability to manage chronic and complex conditions
Excellent communication and patient education skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
Work Environment
Outpatient neurology and sleep clinics, hospital inpatient units, and sleep laboratories
Schedule may include clinic hours, limited inpatient responsibilities, and/or on-call coverage depending on practice needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for examinations and clinical procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and interpretation of diagnostic data
Position Summary
The Neurology and Sleep Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive clinical care to patients with neurologic and sleep-related disorders. Working collaboratively with neurologists, sleep medicine physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams, this role supports diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal management of patients in outpatient and inpatient settings, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluate and manage patients with neurologic conditions such as headache disorders, seizures, neuropathy, movement disorders, cognitive disorders, and multiple sclerosis, consistent with scope of practice
Evaluate and manage patients with sleep disorders including obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, hypersomnia, restless legs syndrome, and circadian rhythm disorders
Perform comprehensive histories, neurologic examinations, and sleep assessments
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Interpret diagnostic studies such as EEGs, EMGs, neuroimaging, and sleep studies as appropriate
Manage positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy and other sleep-related treatments
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modification
Coordinate care with primary care providers, behavioral health, pulmonology, and other specialists
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise or collaborate with clinical staff and learners as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and state licensure
Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience or specialized training in neurology or sleep medicine preferred
Skills and Competencies
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of neurologic and sleep-related disorders
Ability to manage chronic and complex conditions
Excellent communication and patient education skills
Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
Work Environment
Outpatient neurology and sleep clinics, hospital inpatient units, and sleep laboratories
Schedule may include clinic hours, limited inpatient responsibilities, and/or on-call coverage depending on practice needs
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for examinations and clinical procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and interpretation of diagnostic data