RN-Nurse Practitioner Stroke

Overview

Position to work in our inpatient Stroke Neurology team at BMH. In this role the APP will treat acute

ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Will coordinate code strokes, in real-time with the physicians, for all

patients with acute stroke symptoms and determine eligibility for alteplase treatment and mechanical

thrombectomy. Will work closely with the Vascular Neurologists to treat problems in the immediate

post-stroke phase for patients in the ICU, step-down unit, and on the med / surg floors. Will determine

the mechanism of each stroke and initiate appropriate secondary prevention. Will provide patient,

caregiver and staff training and education.