Nurse Practitioner – Dementia & Geriatric Specialty
Company: BrainCheck
Location: Conroe
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Nurse Practitioner – Dementia & Geriatric Specialty Practice at
the top of your license. Build relationships. Change how dementia
care is delivered. Do you want the time and support to truly care
for older adults living with cognitive impairment—and the families
who love them? Are you looking for a role where your clinical
judgment is trusted, your schedule is sustainable, and your work
has deep meaning? We partner with primary care practices to deliver
comprehensive dementia care — focused on early diagnosis,
thoughtful planning, caregiver support, and longitudinal follow-up
across the disease course. Why Nurse Practitioners Choose Us
Autonomous, NP-led practice with physician collaboration and
specialty support Daytime, weekday-focused schedule with
flexibility and rare after-hours accommodations Hybrid role with
meaningful work that can be done from home Longer visits and
continuity of care —quality over volume Robust clinical support ,
including care coordinators, streamlined systems, and
dementia-specific workflows Mentorship and specialty expertise in
dementia and palliative care Clear growth pathways into team
leadership, mentorship, and program development roles The Role
Provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to older adults with
cognitive impairment ranging from MCI to advanced dementia. You
will follow patients and families longitudinally, serving as a
trusted clinical partner throughout diagnosis, progression, and
care transitions. Key Responsibilities Cognitive Assessment &
Diagnosis Conduct comprehensive cognitive evaluations Order and
interpret diagnostic testing (labs, imaging, neuropsychological
assessments) Communicate diagnoses with clarity, compassion, and
sensitivity Ongoing Cognitive & Symptom Management Develop and
manage individualized, evidence-based care plans across all stages
of dementia Partner with caregivers and care teams on behavioral
and symptom management strategies Functional & Safety Assessment
Assess ADLs, IADLs, mobility, fall risk, and home safety Recommend
supportive services, assistive devices, and environmental
modifications Care Coordination & Clinical Leadership Coordinate
care across primary care, neurology, psychiatry, social work,
therapy, and community resources Serve as a clinical escalation
point for the interdisciplinary care team Care Partner Education &
Support Educate caregivers on disease progression, symptom
management, and realistic expectations Provide support during
crises, transitions, and emotionally complex situations Advance
Care Planning & Future Preparedness Lead proactive planning to
reduce avoidable hospitalizations and crisis escalation Facilitate
goals-of-care discussions, advance directives, POLST forms, and
surrogate decision-making Qualifications Active, unencumbered RN
and APRN licensure in the state 3 years of experience in
geriatrics, neurology, dementia care, or related fields Relevant
certification (PMHNP, AGNP, GS-C, or similar) preferred Strong
communication skills with cognitively impaired patients and
families Comfort with longitudinal care, caregiver dynamics, and
end-of-life discussions A collaborative, thoughtful approach to
complex care
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