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Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - General Neurology Service

Medical College of Wisconsin
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Dec 31, 2024



Position Description:

The Medical College of Wisconsin's Department of Neurology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the General Neurology Inpatient Service located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin at Froedtert Hospital.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.

The Department of Neurology is fortunate to have several fellowship trained Neurologists specializing in Stroke and General Neurology, who can provide state-of-the-art treatments. The clinical expertise assembled in the Department of Neurology had resulted in JCAHO certification of Froedtert Hospital as the first Primary Stroke Center in Wisconsin in 2004.

The Ideal Candidate will have a passion for working with neurologically and medically complex patients and bring prior experience as an APP/RN working with patients in either an inpatient (hospital-based) or outpatient (clinic-based) setting who wants to be part of a thriving and very collaborative academic practice at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW).

In this role you will:

  • Practices inpatient on the General Neurology Service at Froedtert Hospital-Main Campus without the expectation of practicing within the Froedtert and MCW Community Division.
  • Support the General Neurology service by collaborating with a team of physicians, fellows, and residents to accept the transfer of patients from the Neuro ICU or alternative services, provide care for primary General neurology patients, assess new consults, follow-up on established consults, and discharge patients with complex general neurologic problems. The primary patient population includes seizure/status epilepticus, mild, moderate, and severe traumatic brain injury, acute/chronic polyneuropathies, myasthenia gravis, multiple sclerosis, undifferentiated encephalopathy/altered mental status, meningitis/encephalitis, primary/secondary brain mass, hydrocephalus, Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and spinal cord injury.
  • Practice both autonomously and with physician oversight from the General Neurology attending to provide inpatient care by managing complex neurological issues, oversee non-neurological acute medical problems, discuss and develop active treatment plans, follow-up on laboratory and imaging results, prescribe multi-modal treatments including schedule II-V controlled substances (requires DEA certification), transcribe progress and transfer notes, and develop complex discharge plans including synthesis of a discharge summary, follow-up appointments, patient education, and medication reconciliation.
  • Perform bedside procedures including Lumbar Puncture.
  • Facilitates and communicates with various inpatient teams, patients, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
  • Attend inpatient floor Care Coordination Rounds (CCRs) every morning/afternoon in tandem with the Vascular service APP and additional care team members including charge nurse, social work, therapies, dietician, and case management. Involvement provides a multi-disciplinary approach to determine a patient's recommended disposition, equipment needs, transportation needs, placement needs, and psychosocial needs. Additionally, the APP will share existing medical barriers to a patient's discharge and relay information discussed from the multidisciplinary care team rounds to the members of the General Neurology team.
  • Work within a multi-disciplinary care team including resident physicians, physician fellows, medical students, APP students and complete comprehensive grand rounds on the General Neurology service to develop active patient care and discharge plans. Assist General Neurology attendings, resident physicians, and physician fellows with discharge of a patient.
  • Attend Neuro ICU didactic lectures and weekly Neurology Grand Rounds to further clinical expertise.

Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive history and physical exams, identify normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
  • Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicate and document information.
  • Write accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders.
  • Develop pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
  • Monitor effectiveness of plan of care.
  • Educate patients and their families on disease and treatment plans.
  • Perform procedures as trained and obtain appropriate credentials (primarily bedside Lumbar Puncture).
  • Document within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and complete other necessary documents including activation of Healthcare Power of Attorney.
  • Collaborate and/or consult with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
  • Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities, and preventive behaviors.
  • Perform discharges for patients on the General Neurology service, assess medical criteria for progression beyond inpatient care, coordinate appropriate follow-up appointments, and refine medications in preparation for prescription on discharge.
  • Attend required training and meeting key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileged institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
  • Participate in required onboarding classes throughout orientation including MCP Orientation, Froedtert Learning Center education, NIHSS certification, Lumbar Puncture training (optional), ECG courses, Empathy Training and BLS/ACLS renewal.
  • Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through participation in continuing education events including educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

Learn more about:

Froedtert Hospital MCW Neurology MCW APPs

Our Commitment to Mental Health and Wellbeing

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  • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP): A free, confidential resource available to employees, dependents, and household members for mental health and well-being.
  • Monthly Wellness Newsletter: Provides resources, tools, and events to support the whole person by providing emotional well-being, nutrition, physical activity, self-care, social, spiritual, and financial wellness.
  • Wellness Champions: 80+ employees serve as Wellness Champions to encourage mental, physical, social, and spiritual health through formal programs and informal opportunities to enhance wellness within teams and departments.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

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MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status.

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Formal applications are preferred but nominations and applications, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, should be included in a formal application or may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter - emroth@mcw.edu

Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world's top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees.

Milwaukee

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is on Lake Michigan's western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people (about the population of West Virginia), Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee's many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee's downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

Preferred Schedule:

Schedule: Monday through Friday 8AM-5PM. No weekends, holidays, or night shift. Hours subject to change pending APP commitments, service acuities/census, and senior resident days off. Opportunity for further discussion regarding schedule flexibility and hours with the hiring manager.



Preferred Schedule:



Position Requirements:

Preferred Experience: Preference for experience in Neurology inpatient or outpatient setting, though open to training newer providers.

Minimum Education:

Advanced Practice Nurse: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing
Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Minimum Requirements: *or eligible

Advanced Practice Nurse Physician Assistant
Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin Physician Assistant License
Wisconsin RN License Certification by NCCPA
Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA
Adult, Geriatric or Acute Care certification
AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred upon hire.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination
The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants, or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.


MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination



The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.


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