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APP Neuroscience Stroke at OSF HealthCare | LAYIQ

Schedule:

Monday–Friday

Option of four 10½-hour shifts or five 8½-hour shifts

Practice Setting:

Hospital Outpatient Department

Position Overview

The Stroke APP will work closely with a Stroke Neurologist who provides care across the inpatient and outpatient continuum. The APP will help ensure a seamless transition from hospitalization to outpatient follow-up, providing timely access for patients following stroke, TIA, and other cerebrovascular events.

The position is focused on:

Rapid-access post-discharge stroke follow-up
Secondary stroke prevention
Longitudinal cerebrovascular disease management
Vascular risk factor optimization
Patient and caregiver education
Expansion of stroke services across the region
Development of innovative stroke prevention and vascular health initiatives

The APP will play a vital role in reducing readmissions, improving patient outcomes, enhancing continuity of care, and expanding access to specialty stroke services.

Core Clinical Responsibilities

Outpatient Stroke Clinic

Evaluate and manage patients following hospitalization for:

Ischemic stroke
Transient ischemic attack (TIA)
Intracerebral hemorrhage
Cerebrovascular disease
Cryptogenic stroke
Small vessel disease
Carotid and intracranial vascular disease
Obtain comprehensive medical histories and perform neurological examinations
Monitor neurological recovery and functional outcomes
Develop and implement individualized care plans
Formulate differential diagnoses and treatment recommendations
Review and interpret neuroimaging, laboratory studies, and diagnostic testing
Coordinate specialty referrals and diagnostic evaluations
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
Secondary Stroke Prevention

Manage modifiable vascular risk factors including:

Hypertension
Diabetes mellitus
Hyperlipidemia
Obesity
Metabolic syndrome
Tobacco use
Obstructive sleep apnea
Optimize evidence-based stroke prevention therapies
Monitor medication effectiveness and adherence
Provide lifestyle modification counseling and risk-reduction education
Care Coordination and Transitions
Facilitate smooth transitions from inpatient hospitalization to outpatient care
Ensure timely post-discharge follow-up
Coordinate rehabilitation, home health, therapy services, and specialty consultations
Collaborate with primary care providers and community resources
Support patients and families throughout the recovery process
Program Development and Growth
The Stroke APP will have the opportunity to participate in the growth and development of a comprehensive stroke program designed to improve access and outcomes across the region.
Future areas of program development may include: Stroke prevention initiatives
Community outreach and education
Vascular health programs
Lifestyle medicine integration
Metabolic health and obesity management collaborations
Population health strategies targeting recurrent stroke reduction
Expansion of services to rural and underserved populations
The APP will be encouraged to participate in quality improvement projects, clinical innovation, and multidisciplinary program development efforts.
Patient and Family Education
The APP will provide comprehensive education regarding: Stroke warning signs and emergency response
Medication management and adherence
Secondary stroke prevention
Lifestyle modification
Nutrition and exercise recommendations
Caregiver support resources
Recovery expectations and rehabilitation planning

Qualifications

Current Illinois license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
National certification as an APRN or PA
Master's degree or higher in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
BLS certification required
Neurology, stroke, hospital medicine, emergency medicine, or critical care experience preferred
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary neuroscience team
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