Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent nocturnist schedule

Supportive hospital environment

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. in Dothan, Alabama is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nocturnist team on the night shift.

The role focuses on overnight hospital-based care for adults, with collaboration among physicians and healthcare staff to ensure high-quality outcomes. Ideal candidates hold an NP or PA license with board certification and have experience in inpatient, critical care, or acute care settings.

Qualifications

• ICU or hospitalist experience preferred in nocturnist roles.
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills required.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating within a physician-led team.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
• Deliver hospital-based care to adult patients.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Manage admissions, daily rounds, and cross-coverage duties.
• Order and interpret diagnostics (labs and imaging).
• Adjust medications as needed for patient care.
• Respond to overnight patient condition changes promptly.
• Collaborate with doctors and hospital leadership to improve care.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and communication.

Skills

ICU experience

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Autonomy with collaboration

Nurse Practitioner or PA license

Job description

Nocturnist APP - Nurse Practitioner /Physician Assistant

• Nocturnist
• Must have ICU APP experience

Schedule: Night Shift | 8:00 PM – 8:00 AM

Position Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nocturnist team in Dothan, Alabama. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in providing overnight care to hospitalized adults, collaborating closely with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure exceptional patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform 12-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
• Deliver comprehensive hospital-based care to adult patients.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop effective treatment plans.
• Manage admissions, conduct daily rounds, and handle cross-coverage duties.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging results.
• Adjust medications and treatments as required for patient care.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient conditions overnight.
• Work collaboratively with doctors and hospital leadership to enhance patient care quality.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and communication regarding patient activities.

Qualifications:

• Valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license.
• Board certification is mandatory.
• Preferred experience in inpatient, hospitalist, critical care, emergency medicine, or acute care settings.
• Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while effectively collaborating within a physician-led team.

What We Offer:

• Consistent nocturnist schedule promoting a balanced work-life dynamic.
• A supportive hospital environment that encourages teamwork.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to practice at the top of your license with meaningful overnight patient interactions.

About Dothan, Alabama:

Enjoy a warm, welcoming community with affordable living, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor activities. Dothan offers a comfortable Southern lifestyle with convenient access to larger cities.