Locum Tenens Opportunity: Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Near Ottawa, WV

Job ID: j-237375

We are currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a locum tenens nocturnist position near Ottawa, West Virginia. This role is designed to address extra volume and provide essential nighttime coverage. The ideal candidate will have experience in a hospitalist setting and be comfortable managing inpatient care. This opportunity offers flexibility in scheduling and a supportive working environment.

Position Overview

• Position Title: Locums - Nocturnist


• Profession: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant


• Specialty: Hospitalist


• Start Date: ASAP


• End Date: Ongoing


• Position Type: Locum Tenens


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call

Practice Details

• Practice Setting: Inpatient only


• Patients Per Shift: 15


• Bed In Department: 30


• Rounding: Assigned patients


• EMR System: MediTech


• Practice Setting: Inpatient

Responsibilities and Expectations

• Primary Responsibilities:
  
  
  
  • Provide nocturnist coverage from 7pm to 7am
  
  
  • Manage and treat a variety of inpatient cases
  
  
  • Conduct admissions and oversee patient care during the night shift
  
  
  • Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive care
  
  
  • Rounding on assigned patients
  
  
  
  

Requirements and Qualifications

• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • BLS required
  
  
  
  


• Licensing: Must be licensed in West Virginia or eligible for IMLC


• Experience: Prior experience in hospitalist or nocturnist roles preferred

Schedule and Coverage

• Shift Details:
  
  
  
  • 12-hour shifts from 7pm to 7am
  
  
  • Flexible start times may be considered, but the preference is for 12-hour shifts
  
  
  • Approximately 14 shifts per month
  
  
  
  


• Allowed Holidays:
  
  
  
  • New Year's Day
  
  
  • 4th of July
  
  
  • Memorial Day
  
  
  • Labor Day
  
  
  • Thanksgiving Day
  
  
  • Christmas Day
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an advanced practice provider to work in a busy inpatient setting, managing nocturnal patient care. The role is crucial for maintaining continuity of care during nighttime hours, ensuring that patients receive high-quality medical attention around the clock. The facility is well-equipped with the MediTech EMR system and provides a collaborative environment with supportive staff.

If you are a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking for a challenging and rewarding nocturnist role, this locum tenens opportunity near Ottawa, West Virginia, could be an ideal fit. The role offers a chance to work in a well-established facility with a focus on patient-centered care and professional development.