Nurse Practitioner (NP) Neurosurgery
Near Plano, TX
Overview:
Our well-established outpatient neurosurgery practice near Plano is seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to be an integral member of our surgical team, first-assisting in the OR and supporting patients in clinic. This role offers a consistent weekday schedule, weekly call pay, and a strong benefits package.
Position Offers:
- Schedule: Full-time, Monday Friday
- Competitive salary: $125 000 per year (DOE)
- Call pay of $750 per week
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance
- 401(k) Retirement savings plan
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Malpractice coverage provided
Key Responsibilities:
- Split time evenly between the OR, first-assisting the neurosurgeon in spine and brain surgeries, and clinic, seeing patients before the surgeon and consulting as needed
- Perform comprehensive neurological and neurosurgical-focused assessments, including detailed history and physical exams
- Formulate differential diagnoses and develop evidence-based treatment plans for acute and chronic neurosurgical conditions
- Manage pre- and post-operative patients, monitoring progress, adjusting care plans, and coordinating follow-up
- Prescribe and manage medications, including refills and pain control, in accordance with clinical guidelines and state regulations
- Provide clear patient and family education on diagnoses, procedures, treatment options, and recovery expectations
- Document patient encounters, orders, and care plans in the EHR, and assist with physician charting
- Collaborate with neurosurgeons, nurses, and therapists, participate in case discussions and quality improvement, and round on hospital patients during on-call weeks
Qualifications:
- Active, current Nurse Practitioner (NP) licensure in Texas
- Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) certification
- Minimum 2 years of surgical experience, including operating room (OR) experience
- Active DEA registration and current ACLS certification
- Neurosurgery or neuro-focused experience, including perioperative workflows, clinical research, or mentoring, preferred
Why Join Us:
Join a respected neurosurgery practice where you ll work hands-on in the OR and clinic alongside experienced surgeons, with strong benefits and call pay.
Nevin Johnson
JOB-11785
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