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Nurse Practitioner - Stroke Team

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$129.23 - $184.56/hr

Summary The Stroke Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive inpatient stroke and neurologic care at UCLA Santa Monica Hospital as part of a 24/7 stroke program supporting emergency, inpatient, and ...

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$98K - $132K/yr

Responsibilities: NP/PA Full-time position: 13hr shifts day/night/weekends/holidays per unit ... This role combines independent patient management, rapid-response stroke care, and continuity ...

$100 - $150/hr

SUMMARY As a Nurse Practitioner, your strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ... Evaluate and manage patients following hospitalization for acute stroke and other neurological ...

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How much do entry level stroke nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level stroke nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Stroke Nurse Practitioner vs Stroke Nurse?

AspectEntry Level Stroke Nurse PractitionerStroke Nurse
CredentialsRegistered Nurse (RN) + Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification in neurology or stroke careRegistered Nurse (RN) with specialized training or certification in stroke care
Work EnvironmentHospitals, stroke centers, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation facilitiesHospitals, stroke units, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers
ResponsibilitiesAssessing patients, developing care plans, prescribing medications, patient educationMonitoring stroke patients, providing direct care, assisting with assessments

The Entry Level Stroke Nurse Practitioner is a licensed advanced practice provider with prescribing authority, focusing on diagnosis and treatment. In contrast, a Stroke Nurse typically provides direct patient care and support under supervision. Both roles work in similar settings but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Nurse Practitioner - Stroke Team

NPHire

Los Angeles, CA โ€ข On-site

$129.23 - $184.56/hr

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Job description

Summary

The Stroke Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive inpatient stroke and neurologic care at UCLA Santa Monica Hospital as part of a 24/7 stroke program supporting emergency, inpatient, and critical care services. The APP functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary stroke team and participates in rapid evaluation and management of patients presenting with acute stroke and neurologic emergencies. This role includes participation in around the clock stroke coverage, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

The Stroke APP collaborates closely with neurology attendings, emergency medicine physicians, nursing, pharmacy, rehabilitation services, radiology, and hospital operations to support timely, evidence based stroke care and optimize patient outcomes. Salary range: $93.81-$133.97/hourly.

Qualifications
  • CA RN and CA NP License - required.
  • State of California NP, State of CA NP Furnishing with Schedule II, National Certification (i.e., ANCC) - required.
  • MSN or DNP in NP Specialty (AG-AC NP/Adult - Gero Acute Care NP).
  • NPI #, DEA #.
  • Enrollment in PECOS, Enrollment in CURES.
  • 1 year neurology experience as a NP - required.
  • BLS and ACLS certification from AHA or ARC.
  • Previous Stroke Team experience - strongly preferred.
  • NIHSS Certification - required, SCRN - preferred.
  • Ability to utilize Excel, Word and other software programs - required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with administrative, clinical and academic personnel - required.
  • Skill in working independently and following through with minimum direction - required.
  • Ability to set priorities - required.
  • Demonstrate writing skills to compose logical, detailed and grammatically correct correspondence - required.
  • Document patient care in a concise and comprehensive manner - required.
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