Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

About the job Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Fort Worth, TX | Full-Time | Hospital-Based
Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off
Salary: $120,000 to $155,000 annually + full benefits

We are seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) to join a collaborative inpatient neurology and stroke service in the Fort Worth, Texas area.

This role provides exposure to a broad range of neurological conditions, including acute stroke, seizures, neurotrauma, and neuromuscular disorders, within a well-established multidisciplinary hospitalist model.

Manage inpatient neurological and stroke patients across ICU and telemetry settings.

Conduct neurological exams, interpret imaging and diagnostics, and adjust treatment plans.

Participate in code stroke responses and coordinate advanced therapies.

Partner with neurosurgery, rehabilitation, and critical care teams to optimize outcomes.

Educate patients and families about recovery and discharge planning.

Engage in quality improvement and continuing education efforts.

Current TX RN license and ACNP certification required

BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)

At least 2 years of inpatient NP experience

Excellent teamwork and documentation skills

Preferred:

Neurology, Neuro-ICU, or Hospitalist background

Stroke certification or procedural competency (EEG, LP, etc.)

$120,000to $155,000 annual salary (DOE)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Match

Paid Time Off, CME Support

Relocation Assistance (if eligible)

Professional liability, life, and disability insurance

Career development and advancement opportunities

This is a chance to join a respected hospital-based neurology team where your expertise will directly impact patient recovery and neurological outcomes. You will enjoy an academic-like environment, predictable scheduling, and the chance to practice cutting-edge neurological care in a collaborative setting.