Nocturnist Critical Care NP/PA 7on/7off, 16-bed CCU

SSM Health; Mount Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL is seeking a Critical Care Advanced Practitioner (ACNP or PA) to join our 16-bed CCU on a nocturnist schedule with 7p–7a shifts on a 7on/7off rotation.

The role involves admissions, post‑op care and consults, with about two new patients per night. Requirements: NP or PA degree, ACNP certification for NPs, Illinois licensure eligibility, and a collaborative, team‑oriented approach.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited NP or PA program.
• NPs must hold Acute Care certification and have post-education experience.
• Ability to obtain PA/NP licensure in Illinois.
• Team player and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Nocturnist coverage 7p–7a in a 16-bed CCU.
• Assist in admissions and consults; care for post‑op surgical patients.
• Perform central/arterial line procedures and intubation as needed; training provided.
• On‑the‑job training with a collaborating physician.

Skills

Critical Care experience

Intubation

Central/Arterial line procedures

Team player

Education

Nurse Practitioner Program

ACNP certification

Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Arterial line equipment

Central line insertion tools

Intubation equipment

Job description

SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon, IL is seeking a Critical Care Advanced Practitioner (ACNP or PA) to join our 16-bed CCU on a nocturnist schedule with 7p–7a shifts on a 7on/7off rotation.

The role involves admissions, post‑op care and consults, with about two new patients per night. Requirements: NP or PA degree, ACNP certification for NPs, Illinois licensure eligibility, and a collaborative, team‑oriented approach.