Nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider NP or PA

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Nocturnist night schedule

Team-focused hospital environment

Overnight patient care opportunities

Job summary

Henderson Group Recruiting seeks an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a nocturnist team in Dothan, Alabama. You will provide overnight hospital-based care for adults, collaborating with physicians to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

The role requires ICU/acute care experience, active NP or PA licensure, and board certification. Expect a consistent night-shift schedule with opportunities for professional growth and meaningful overnight interactions.

Qualifications

• Current valid Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license and board certification.
• Experience in inpatient, ICU, hospitalist, critical care, or ED preferred.
• Strong clinical decision making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform 12-hour night shifts from 8:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
• Provide comprehensive hospital-based care to adult patients.
• Conduct patient assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Manage admissions, daily rounds, and cross-coverage duties.
• Order, interpret, and respond to diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Adjust medications and treatments as required.
• Respond to overnight changes in patient conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership to improve care.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of patient activities.

Skills

ICU experience

Autonomous practice

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

Education

NP/PA 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.