<p>Piedmont Newton Medical Center in Covington, Georgia is recruiting an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) for a dedicated Nocturnist role embedded within an established, collegial hospitalist program. This is a night-shift inpatient position supporting physician rounding, admissions, and discharge and follow-up workflows on a structured 7-on/7-off schedule — a format that delivers true work-life balance and predictable time off. The team is stable, long-tenured, and clinician-friendly, making this an excellent fit for an APP who thrives in an autonomous inpatient environment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>W-2 employment status with full access to a comprehensive benefits package</li> <li>7-on/7-off schedule providing consistent, extended blocks of time away from work</li> <li>Stable, long-term group with a collaborative and supportive clinical culture</li> <li>Benefits package accessible from day one of W-2 employment (health, dental, vision, and retirement typical of large physician services organizations — confirm specifics at offer)</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>107-bed acute care community hospital within the Piedmont Healthcare network</li> <li>Hospitalist team of 10 physicians and 4 APPs — a well-staffed, integrated model</li> <li>Nocturnist APP role focused on night-shift patient rounding, admissions, and discharge and follow-up support alongside the overnight physicians</li> <li>7-on/7-off night schedule providing structured, predictable coverage blocks</li> <li>Epic EMR in use across the facility</li> <li>Piedmont Newton is nationally recognized by healthcare rating organizations as one of the region's leading medical facilities</li> <li>Part of the broader Piedmont Healthcare system, providing access to advanced medical resources, subspecialty consultation, and an extensive provider network serving Newton County and surrounding communities</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with active Georgia licensure or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Minimum one year of inpatient/hospitalist-level APP experience required</li> <li>Demonstrated comfort working autonomously in an inpatient setting during overnight hours</li> <li>Proficiency with Epic EMR preferred or ability to adapt quickly</li> <li>Experience with admissions, inpatient rounding, and discharge coordination in an acute care environment</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Covington, Georgia is a warm, historically rich community with roots dating to the early 1800s — known for its Southern hospitality, culturally diverse heritage, and forward-thinking local leadership. Frequently called the "Hollywood of the South," Covington has served as a backdrop for numerous nationally recognized television productions and films, giving the city a distinctive character that blends small-town charm with broader cultural visibility. Located in Newton County east of Atlanta, residents enjoy a lower cost of living than the metro core while maintaining reasonable access to the full amenities of a major city.</p>