Critical Care Career

Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (Nocturnist)

Bridgeton, Missouri

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Expertise. Teamwork. Purpose.

In critical care, APPs are essential to delivering high-acuity, evidence-based care when it matters most. You bring advanced clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to complex ICU environments—ensuring timely interventions and seamless coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

As part of the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., you are supported by a national infrastructure and a collaborative culture that values your expertise. Whether practicing on-site or through Tele-ICU, you are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of critically ill patients.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Night
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000691

Date posted:

03/20/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Enhance your career by joining us as a Nocturnal ICU Nurse Practitioner

Our mission in Bridgeton, Missouri, is to provide “better” in every sense – better healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact on the community we proudly serve. Ready to grow your career in a place that values community and collaboration? Let’s talk.

We are hiring for a nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider position. A nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

We take pride in our established team at SSM Health DePaul Hospital, providing 24/7 care to patients in the 20-bed medical and 18-bed surgical ICU.
Our team is comprised of practicing Intensivist physicians and Advanced Practice Providers with a diverse mix of ICU clinical practice time
Within the hospital, our team works closely with the multi-disciplinary team within the unit to collaboratively care for patients

Qualifications:

Board-certified acute care trained Nurse Practitioner with unrestricted license.
Prior ICU APP practice experience – minimum of 2-3 years post-training ICU practice time.
Ability to independently assess, examine, and provide care to critically ill patients in the ICU, including demonstrating procedural competency.
Ability to work as a team member.
A Missouri state license is preferred.
Authorized to work in the U.S.

Scheduling:

12, 12-hour night shifts per month, block shift scheduling, generally 4-5 day stretches.
The schedule is managed as equitably as possible, providing APPs with a great work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide high-quality, comprehensive care to medical/surgical/cardiac / neuro and cardiovascular ICU patients.
Present and participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds in the ICU.
Work autonomously and multitask within the critical care team.
Commit to excellence in the clinical service and demonstrate problem-solving abilities necessary to best serve our patients.
Must provide evidence of procedural competence with the following procedures: central lines, arterial lines, intubations, and chest tubes.
EMR is Epic.

Living and Working in the Saint Louis area:

Bridgeton is a second-ring suburb located in Northwestern Saint Louis and is ranked as one of the best places to live in Saint Louis. The bucolic suburban community offers a great mix of shopping, restaurants, and community parks. Bridgeton public schools are ranked above average. It is a welcoming suburb of the Saint Louis are, conveniently located near local and international transportation hubs. The community offers a diverse array of housing options in the immediate area as well as throughout the metro Saint Louis area. New construction and historic homes abound, in addition to community-style living. Saint Louis offers a rich history and cultural diversity for individuals and families of all backgrounds.

Rewards and Compensation:

Competitive salary-based compensation.
Annual quality bonus incentive opportunity.
Commencement bonus.

Cathy Harbert, Director of Clinical Recruitment | (330) 418-2226 | charbert@soundphysicians.com

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact because excellence is essential in every decision.
Collaboration:

You are part of a deeply connected team of APPs and intensivists who work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the ICU, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across diverse and complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and steady leadership to critical situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“At Sound, we don’t just hire APPs—we invest in them. From structured onboarding to ongoing collaboration with central services, we make sure our APPs have the foundation to thrive.”

APRIL BURKE, PA-C
Chief Advanced Practice Officer
“I am versatile in practice and able to adjust to different situations and roles - whether it's meeting patient needs, supporting families, or stepping into leadership.”

Dellyn Matthew, AGACNP-BC,
CC APP Lead