Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA

Launching Point; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Overnight shift benefits

Top of license practice

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our nocturnist team in Dothan, Alabama. You will oversee overnight hospital-based care for adults, collaborating with physicians to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The position requires a current NP or PA license with board certification and experience in inpatient or ICU settings. You will work 12-hour night shifts 8 PM–8 AM in a physician-led hospital team. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in good standing.
• Board certification required.
• Preferred inpatient/hospitalist/critical care/emergency/acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
• Deliver comprehensive hospital-based care to adult patients.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging results.
• Manage admissions, daily rounds, and cross-coverage duties.
• Collaborate with doctors and hospital leadership to improve patient care quality.

Skills

ICU experience

Night shift capability

Team collaboration

Education

NP or PA license/certification

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.