Nocturnist Physician

Nocturnist Physician at ProLocums summary :

The Nocturnist Physician provides overnight hospitalist coverage, handling an average census of 43 patients while ensuring critical care through tele-ICU services. This position requires board certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, along with a South Carolina license and specific certifications like ACLS and BLS. Responsibilities include managing up to 10 admits per night, performing necessary procedures, and responding to medical alerts.

Coverage Needed :

Hospitalist Nocturnist

Shift Time :

February 8th 6 pm- February 13th 6 am

February 22th 6 pm- February 27th 6 am

Dates :

Monthly Ongoing needs

Reason for Coverage :

Extra Volume

Dates available upon completing credentialing

Must be board certified IM or FM or true board eligible. Must be SC licensed and have active DEA and SCDHEC controlled substance license. ACLS and BLS also required.

Average census is 43. Hospitalist do not see patients below the age of 18. Hospitalist covers ICU with tele-ICU coverage.

Single coverage with max of 10 admits per night anything after 10 floats to day doctor. Must be able to do intubations, para / thoracentesis, c-lines and they run stroke alerts and medical alerts.

Keywords :

Nocturnist, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Hospitalist, Critical Care, Tele-ICU, Medical Licensure, ACLS Certification, BLS Certification, Patient Management