Neurology Nurse Practitioner
Company: CommonSpirit Health
Location: Tacoma
Posted on: November 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview
In 2020 united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest
quality care and exceptional patient experience Virginia Mason and
CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a
new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason
Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and
expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care including 11 hospitals
and nearly 5000 physicians and providers. Together we are empowered
to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our
communities.
Responsibilities
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health , a part of the Pacific Northwest
Division of CommonSpirit, is actively seeking a full-time NP/PA to
join our esteemed Neurology team in Tacoma, WA.
Position Overview
-Work closely with a team of neurohospitalists and/or a stroke
neurologist to provide care to neurovascular (stroke and TIA)
patients.
-Provide inpatient consultative care and oversight to stroke and
TIA patients admitted to SJMC.
-Provide outpatient care to TIA patients through the Neurovascular
Clinic.
-Provide other outpatient care as necessary to neurovascular
patients. For example, outpatient follow-up care for a patient
recently discharged for stroke.
-Maintain ambulatory practice for ongoing care of more complicated
neurovascular patients.
-Member of the Stroke Team and assists with obtaining/maintaining
State and national certifications, particularly as a Comprehensive
Stroke Center.
-Interface with providers from other specialties in the care of our
neurovascular patients. For example, neuro-interventional
radiology, neuroradiology, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, and
internal medicine.
-Provide education to nursing staff in order to enhance patient
care.
-Participate in Neuroscience Service Line Quality Committee as it
pertains to neurovascular care.
Our group serves in one of the most rapidly growing areas in the
country. Living in the Puget Sound Region provides for active city
life, but still offers plenty of outdoor adventures. You can choose
between city living and the suburbs.
Hospital Overview
St Joseph Medical Center (SJMC) is a 375 bed, Level II Trauma
Center located in Tacoma. SJMC has earned the Gold Seal of Approval
for Primary Stroke Centers from The Joint Commission, Gold Plus
Achievement Award and Target: Stroke Honor Roll for Get With The
Guidelines from the American Heart Association/American Stroke
Association.
About Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning
health systems in Washington State - CHI Franciscan and Virginia
Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access
points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and
nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and
highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate
medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout
the greater Puget Sound region. Our integrated health system has
nearly 1,500 hospital beds including Bailey-Boushay House, the
first skilled-nursing and outpatient chronic care management
program in the United States designed specifically to meet the
needs of people with HIV/AIDS; Benaroya Research Institute,
internationally recognized for autoimmune disease research; and
Virginia Mason Institute, a teaching organization which coaches
health care professionals and others around the world in the
Virginia Mason Production System, an innovative lean management
method for improving quality and safety.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at VMFH
We commit to fostering an equitable, diverse and intentionally
inclusive environment - we strive for all to feel valued, respected
and that they belong. Our unique life experiences and backgrounds
make our patient care extraordinary. Our diversity fuels our
culture of innovation and transformative health care. Our
differences are our strengths and inspire a promising future.
A Great Place to Call Home
Whether you desire city sophistication or off-trail adventures, the
south Puget Sound has it all. The Northwest's bountiful waters and
mountains provide an active, outdoor lifestyle. Spend a day hiking
the face of a volcano, exploring saltwater beaches, or playing a
championship golf course. The next day enjoy our vibrant art and
theater communities and world class fine dining. Add good schools,
several nationally ranked colleges and universities, a strong
economic business community and affordable housing to the mix, the
South Puget Sound is also a great place to raise a family. Truly
one of the most desirable places to live in the United States.
Our main support offices are located in Tacoma, with clinics and
hospitals in King, Kitsap and Pierce counties. Here we enjoy mild
weather and stunning views of Mount Rainier and the Olympic
Mountains. The Puget Sound communities offer award-winning arts,
cultural, and sporting events with national recognition. A region
of economic and cultural diversity, The Puget Sound is a great
place to work, play and raise a family.
For more information, please contact:
Alissa Carroll, CPRP
Senior Physician and Provider Recruiter
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
- Phone
All inquiries are confidential.
Equal Opportunity
CommonSpirit Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All
qualified applicants will be considered for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability, marital status, parental
status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
Qualifications/Requirements:
$62.50 - $80.77 /hour
Keywords: CommonSpirit Health, Seattle , Neurology Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Tacoma, Washington
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