About this opportunity
Britt Medical lists this Emergency Medicine Nurse Practitioner | Dothan, AL – 12-Hour Nights + High-Acuity ED opportunity in dothan, Alabama. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
An established emergency medicine team in Dothan, Alabama is seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced care for patients presenting with urgent and emergent illnesses and injuries.
Practice Highlights
Full-time night shift , 8:00 PM-8:00 AM
Rapidly assess and manage urgent and emergent conditions
Care for patients ranging from minor conditions to life-threatening emergencies
Evaluate and treat patients across the lifespan, from pediatrics through geriatrics
Order and interpret labs, EKGs, imaging, and other diagnostic studies
Perform procedures including suturing, I&D, splinting, and conscious sedation , as credentialed
Provide basic airway support within scope and credentialing
Diagnose, treat, and manage acute illnesses, trauma, and injuries
Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, specialists, and the multidisciplinary team
Determine appropriate patient disposition, including admission, transfer, or discharge
Manage medications and initiate appropriate therapies within established protocols
Provide patient education and coordinate follow-up care and referrals
Participate in staff orientation and professional development
Practice in a team-oriented environment focused on safe, high-quality patient care
Qualifications
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification
Current or eligible for Alabama NP licensure
Current BCLS and ACLS certifications
1+ years of NP experience in a high-acuity emergency department preferred
Strong clinical judgment and ability to rapidly assess complex patients
Proficiency with emergency department procedures preferred
Ability to remain calm and communicate effectively in high-pressure situations
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient safety
Proficiency with electronic medical records
Compensation/Benefits
Competitive compensation
Full-time employment
Additional benefits available
Location & Lifestyle
Dothan offers an appealing blend of affordable living, mild winters, Southern hospitality, and big-city amenities in a welcoming community, with an extensive network of parks and recreation opportunities, golf courses, local arts and cultural attractions, museums, restaurants, and shopping. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking and biking trails, including a ~10-mile Forever Wild trail, while the Gulf Coast beaches are only ~80 miles away, making weekend beach trips easy. The community is also ideally positioned for regional travel, with ~108 miles to Montgomery , ~104 miles to Tallahassee , ~80 miles to Panama City and the Gulf Coast , and ~200 miles to Birmingham, Mobile, and Atlanta , providing convenient access to larger-city entertainment, professional sports, cultural attractions, and air travel while maintaining a relaxed, family-friendly lifestyle.
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Worksite address
dothan, AL, 36303, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.