Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA

Kingfisher Recruiting; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Top-of-license practice

Job summary

Nocturnist APP positions with Kingfisher Recruiting in Dothan, AL. Join our nocturnist team as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide overnight hospital-based care for adults, in collaboration with physicians and hospital teams.

The role features a 12-hour night schedule (8:00 PM–8:00 AM) and a focus on high-quality patient outcomes, autonomy within a physician-led setting, and opportunities to practice at the top of your license.

Qualifications

• Valid NP or PA license and board certification.
• Inpatient/hospitalist experience in ICU/critical care, emergency, or acute care settings preferred.
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously 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 thorough patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Manage admissions, daily rounds, and cross-coverage duties.
• Order, interpret, and act on labs and imaging results.
• Adjust medications and treatments as needed.
• Respond to changes in patient conditions overnight.
• Collaborate with doctors and hospital leadership to improve care quality.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation and communication.

Skills

Inpatient experience

Hospitalist experience

Critical care

Autonomous practice

Communication

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Physician Assistant license

Board 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.