NP - Hospitalist Job in Kingsport, Tennessee

JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Hospitalist NP/PA Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Kingsport, TN Service Setting: Hospital Coverage Type: Clinical Only Coverage Period: August 1, 2026 - Ongoing Clinical Shift Schedule: Day (10a - 8p); Night (8p - 6a PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: Adults Patient Volume/Census: 93 total encounters per day (team-based) Admissions: Yes Rounding: Included Case Mix: General hospitalist medicine FACILITY INFORMATION Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient equipment Specialty Backup Available: Hospitalist physicians Support Staff Available: NP/PA team, hospital staff PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Rate: TBD Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES No procedures required Patient management and care coordination JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active TN NP or PA license, DEA, and CDS required Board: NP (AANP/ANCC) or PA (NCCPA) certification required DEA: Required Certifications: ACLS, PALS Experience: Preferred 2 years recent experience (new grads may be considered) Other Qualifications: Immunizations and case logs required; CME compliance required DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide hospitalist coverage for inpatient services Manage patient admissions, rounding, and discharges Collaborate with physicians and care teams Maintain accurate documentation Ensure quality patient care and compliance