Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Job Description Job Description Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Neuro Hospitalist – Inpatient Neurology Arlington, Texas | Full-Time | 7-On / 7-Off Schedule Compensation: $140,000 – $200,000+ annually depending on neuro experience, inpatient background, and overall fit Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off 12-Hour Shifts Inpatient Hospital-Based Position Overview An established and rapidly growing inpatient neurology program in the Arlington, Texas area is seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join its Neuro Hospitalist team. This position focuses on high-acuity inpatient neurological care within a collaborative stroke and neuroscience environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in Neuro ICU, Stroke, Neurosurgery, Neurocritical Care, Hospital Medicine, or other inpatient neurology-focused settings. The practice is seeking clinically strong providers who are comfortable managing complex neurological patients in a fast-paced hospital environment while working closely with neurologists, hospitalists, intensivists, and multidisciplinary care teams. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive inpatient management for acute neurology and stroke patients Perform detailed neurological assessments, daily rounding, admissions, consults, and discharge planning Participate in stroke response and rapid neurological evaluations Manage neurological conditions including: Acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke Seizures and status epilepticus Encephalopathy Neurotrauma Neuromuscular disorders Altered mental status Post-operative neurosurgical patients Collaborate with neurologists, intensivists, neurosurgeons, therapists, nursing staff, and case management teams Interpret diagnostic testing and monitor patient progress within the inpatient setting Document accurately within the electronic medical record system Support evidence-based practice, quality initiatives, and patient safety programs Requirements Required: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification OR Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification Active Texas APRN or PA license (or eligibility) DEA license or eligibility Current BLS certification Minimum 2 years of inpatient acute care experience Strongly Preferred: Neuro ICU experience Stroke or Neurocritical Care background Inpatient Neurology or Neuro Hospitalist experience Neurosurgery ICU experience Hospitalist medicine background with neurological patient management NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification ENLS or other neuro-focused certifications Ideal Candidate The ideal provider is confident, collaborative, and highly comfortable in high-acuity inpatient environments. Candidates with prior exposure to comprehensive stroke programs, Neuro ICU units, or hospital-based neurology services are especially encouraged to apply. This role is well-suited for providers seeking: Advanced inpatient neurological practice Higher earning potential for specialized neuro experience Collaborative physician support Long-term growth within a neuroscience-focused service line Predictable 7-on/7-off scheduling Compensation & Benefits Highly competitive compensation structure Increased salary consideration for strong neuro experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with employer contribution Paid Time Off (PTO) CME support and certification reimbursement Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates Malpractice coverage Professional development opportunities Location Arlington, Texas offers convenient access to both Dallas and Fort Worth while providing a strong healthcare market, excellent amenities, and a central DFW location. Keywords: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs, Neuro Hospitalist NP, Neuro ICU NP, Stroke NP Jobs, Inpatient Neurology APP, Neurosurgery PA Jobs, Neurocritical Care NP, Hospitalist NP Texas, Neurology Physician Assistant, Arlington TX Nurse Practitioner Jobs, Stroke Program APP, Neuro ICU PA, ACNP Jobs Texas, Inpatient Neurology Careers, Advanced Practice Provider Neurology