Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA

Joseph Michaels International; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunities to practice at the top

Job summary

Joseph Michaels International is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nocturnist team in Dothan, Alabama. The selected candidate will provide overnight care to hospitalized adults, collaborating with physicians to ensure patient outcomes.

This role features 12-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM, with opportunities to work at the top of your license in a supportive hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must hold NP or PA license and board certification.
• Experience in inpatient, hospitalist, critical care, or emergency settings preferred.
• Strong clinical decision making and communication skills.

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 treatment plans.
• Manage admissions, daily rounds, and cross-coverage duties.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostics tests, labs, and imaging results.
• Adjust medications and treatments as required for patient care.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient conditions overnight.
• Collaborate with doctors and hospital leadership to enhance care quality.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and communication of patient activities.

Skills

ICU APP experience

Autonomous work

Communication skills

Clinical decision-making

Education

NP 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.