Nocturnist NP/PA — Hospital Medicine (Night Shift)

Duke PA; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunities within Duke Health’s Hospital Medicine Department. On-site night coverage for inpatient teams, with a focus on General Internal Medicine and cross-coverage across Duke Health facilities.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits with opportunities for professional advancement. Roles require inpatient APP experience, ARc-PA or NP credentials, and current prescriptive authority.

Qualifications

• PA: Graduate of ARC accredited Physician Assistant Program; NP: MSN or DNP in adult care.
• Active PA-C or NP certification per role requirements.
• Inpatient APP experience preferred and required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nocturnal care for patients in Hospital Medicine.
• Coordinate with night shift team to ensure seamless patient care.
• Order medications and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Facilitate patient admissions from ED or other sources.
• Ensure documentation and compliance with Duke Health policies.

Skills

PA/NP Certification

Inpatient experience

Night shift care

Interprofessional collaboration

Education

ARC accredited PA Program

MSN or DNP for NP

Job description

Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunities within Duke Health’s Hospital Medicine Department. On-site night coverage for inpatient teams, with a focus on General Internal Medicine and cross-coverage across Duke Health facilities.

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits with opportunities for professional advancement. Roles require inpatient APP experience, ARc-PA or NP credentials, and current prescriptive authority.