Acute Care Nurse Practitioner New

Join Our Lexington, Kentucky Team as a Nocturnist Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – A Role Designed for You

Bring better to the bedside in Lexington. In this role, you’ll combine clinical skill with purpose, delivering patient-centered care and driving performance in a supportive environment. You’ll have the autonomy to lead and the resources to grow—while making a difference for patients and families every day.

We are hiring for a nocturnist nurse practitioner position. A nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

• Become a part of a cohesive and established team of 20 physicians and 6 advanced practice providers (APPs), supported by 2 clinical performance nurses at St. Joseph Hospital.
• Work alongside a culturally diverse team with a balanced mix of experienced providers and new graduates.
• Collaborate closely with hospital administration, participating in committees and projects to improve hospital operations and patient care.
• Enjoy a supportive work environment with regular touch bases and social gatherings outside the hospital to foster team cohesion.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified/eligible nurse practitioner.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

• Enjoy a flexible schedule that balances work and personal life. Most prioritize family or outdoor time and support each other by covering shifts when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage complex cases in a semi-open ICU with 24-hour intensivist coverage.
• Perform procedures as per your privileges (procedures are not required).
• Participate in team huddles at least three times a week and a monthly all-staff meeting to stay connected with practice updates, hospital-related topics, and developments within Sound Physicians.
• Attend monthly educational CME meetings and hospital-wide hospital medicine committee meetings.
• Collaborate with Hospitalist APPs, who independently manage pre-op patients in a clinical setting, with support from supervising physicians and staff.

Living and Working in Lexington:

• Lexington, Kentucky, offers a charming blend of Southern hospitality and a vibrant cultural scene, making it an inviting place to call home. Known for its picturesque horse farms and rich history, moving to Lexington provides an opportunity to embrace a unique combination of tradition and modern living.
• As a community-minded team, we actively contribute to making Lexington thrive within the hospital and our local neighborhoods. We prioritize growth and development, encouraging teammates to expand their careers locally or within our broader medical group fostering professional and community impact.

Compensation:

• Competitive compensation package with additional bonuses.
• $30,000 commencement bonus.