<p>A nocturnist Advanced Practice Clinician opportunity is available in Ocala, Florida, joining a hospital medicine program that provides dedicated overnight inpatient coverage. This role offers a structured night-shift schedule with strong institutional support, a robust CME infrastructure, and a clear pathway for clinicians who want to grow into leadership. Ocala's low cost of living, outdoor lifestyle, and proximity to major Florida metros make it a compelling destination for APCs seeking stability and quality of life.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included</li> <li>PTO and long-term sick leave</li> <li>Licensure and DEA fee reimbursement</li> <li>Access to over 375,000 hours of CME/CE annually at no cost through an internal continuing education platform</li> <li>Access Medicine subscription provided</li> <li>Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, July Fourth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day</li> <li>Leadership development resources including mentorship, face-to-face education, online training, and structured development programs for both aspiring and current leaders</li> <li>Enrollment in the Hospital Medicine Academy — a specialty-specific training and professional development program</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Nocturnist role providing dedicated overnight advanced practice coverage on the inpatient hospital medicine service</li> <li>Collaborative hospital medicine team model with physician and APP partnership</li> <li>Access to a national clinical network supporting best practices, protocols, and quality benchmarks in hospital medicine</li> <li>Ongoing professional development supported through the Hospital Medicine Academy, designed specifically for inpatient clinicians</li> <li>Leadership pipeline available for APCs interested in clinical or operational advancement</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) credential required</li> <li>Active Florida APC licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Active DEA registration or eligibility to obtain</li> <li>Experience in inpatient hospital medicine, acute care, or a related clinical setting preferred</li> <li>Comfort managing the full spectrum of adult inpatient acuity in an overnight coverage model</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ocala is located in north-central Florida — known as the Horse Capital of the World — offering a relaxed, outdoor-oriented lifestyle with a significantly lower cost of living than Florida's coastal markets. The region features extensive equestrian culture, the Ocala National Forest, Silver Springs State Park, and easy access to both Orlando and Gainesville. Clinicians relocating here find a welcoming community, affordable housing, and the full benefits of Florida living without the congestion of a major metro.</p>