Highlights
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. Preferred experience in inpatient, hospitalist, critical care, emergency medicine, or acute care settings.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Dothan, AL |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
Description
Nocturnist APP - Nurse Practitioner /Physician Assistant
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.
About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.