Job Description

The purpose of this position is to support person's with ischemic stroke and chronic neurological conditions to access care through the neurology clinic. The incumbent will practice with the mentorship and support of the staff neurologists, and increase clinic capacity to optimize access to care in the neurology and stroke clinics by providing timely assessments and interventions as required.

The Neurology/Stroke NP will support intake of complex patients with neurological disorders requiring comprehensive assessments and medical histories. The NP will gain a strong understanding of patients neurological presentation and previous medical history. Clinical practice will involve intake and follow up assessments of patients that are identified collaboratively with the Neurologists. Follow up assessments on established patients can include and not be limited to patients diagnosed with. Multiple Sclerosis, headaches, Parkinson's disease and others. The NP will provide support for ongoing symptom management and assessments if new neurological symptoms as they arise. There will be close collaboration with the neurologists to determine medical interventions and treatment strategies as well as further investigations. This role will support the patient's overall function, quality of life, and long-term outcomes of their chronic neurological conditions. In the stroke clinic, the NP will do initial intake assessments and review of test results with patients as it pertains to lowering vascular risk factors and reducing recurrence of ischemic stroke. Follow up appointments may be arranged for management of HTN, DM, dyslipidemia, etc. especially for unaffiliated patients. This may also include building competencies and performing appropriate neurological assessments and procedures to improve patient outcomes. This position will include an onboarding phase during which the nurse practitioner will undertake specialized training as well as guidance and mentorship by the neurologists to develop the necessary clinical skills and competencies, foster confidence, and autonomy required to function within the neurology team.

Duties:

Perform comprehensive, focused health intake, medical history and follow up assessments of neurological patients as deemed appropriate by the specialist; Analyze assessment data by systematically comparing clinical, behavioral, and diagnostic data to determine differential and working diagnosis; Discuss with and involve the specialists and patients in therapeutic care planning and decision making and support patients in taking responsibility for their personal health; Select and prescribe disease modifying medications and other therapies within the scope of practice based on current evidence, knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacotherapeutics, drug interactions and individual client characteristics; Support patient education and counsel on drug therapies, side effects and interactions; Recognize and initiate effective therapeutic interventions, consult with specialist in select client situations where indicated; Counsel and guide patients on symptom management, health maintenance and rehabilitation medications; lifestyle changes, risk factors, and other therapies within the scope of practice based on knowledge of pharmacokinetics, pharmacotherapeutics, drug interactions and individual client characteristics; Assist patients in restoring, regaining, or maintaining functional or physiological stability and in achieving optimal function or health by using a range of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. Perform invasive and non-invasive procedures to restore, regain or maintain physiological stability of patient as required by context of practice; Use a nursing framework, and theoretical and scientific foundations to guide clinical decisions and integrate professional, ethical and legal standards in their practice; Demonstrate reflective practice and participate in learning experiences that enhance continued competence and professional development in their area of specialized practice;

Minimum Qualifications:

Must have a Masters' Degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or graduation from or completed the requirements to graduate from an approved and recognized All Ages Nurse Practitioner program. Active or eligible for registration with the College of Registered Nurses & Midwives of PEI; Considerable nursing and nurse practitioner experience is required; Demonstrated ability to learn progressively new complex clinical competencies and/or willing to learn; Must have aptitude and desire to learn standards of care for stroke, neurological conditions, complex treatments, interventions and medication regimens; Current BCLS is required and must have good previous work and attendance record; The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory criminal record check prior to beginning employment Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills

Other Qualifications:

Current knowledge of stroke best practices, vascular risk factor modification, neurological conditions, complex chronic diseases and medical management is an asset; Evidence of professional development in management of complex chronic diseases preferred; Previous experience in patient counseling, case management and care coordination an asset. Preference will be given to applicants with neurology or internal medicine experience. Available to begin practice within the neurology clinic as soon as possible.

Important Notes:

Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $57.94-$65.59 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Paid time off Vision care Wellness program
Work Location: In person