Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Your future is waiting for you as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Mount Sterling, Kentucky.

We believe in bringing “better” to our local community in Mount Sterling—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we’d love to talk.

People First in Mount Sterling

Local Team Collaboration:

• Join our close-knit, established team of two physicians and three advanced practice providers with the support of a clinical performance nurse at St. Joseph Mount Sterling.
• Work alongside a supportive team that values camaraderie in and out of work. Many of us live in nearby communities like Richmond and Lexington—just a 30-minute commute from Mount Sterling—and enjoy a strong sense of community as neighbors and colleagues.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified/eligible in family or internal medicine.
• We strongly support new nurse practitioner graduates and provide training opportunities in hospital medicine to foster professional growth.

Practice in the Heart of the Community

Flexible Scheduling:

• Enjoy the flexibility to create a schedule that works for you. Our team values work-life balance, and we support arranging coverage with one another to accommodate family time and personal needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and treat complex cases in an open ICU, embracing the challenges and variety of caring for a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate closely with hospitalist APPs who assist with admissions and patient management under the supervision of a physician, ensuring seamless and comprehensive care.
• Participate actively in monthly team meetings to stay informed about practice updates, developments at St. Joseph Mount Sterling, and broader initiatives within Sound Physicians.
• Engage as a key member of the hospital community, with active participation in committees that shape the function and operations of this small but dynamic facility.

Living and Working in Mount Sterling:

• Mount Sterling, Kentucky, is known for its charming small-town atmosphere, friendly community, and slower-paced lifestyle that offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of larger cities. Additionally, the town’s proximity to the scenic Red River Gorge and the Daniel Boone National Forest provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation, making it an appealing destination for nature enthusiasts.

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Mount Sterling-Centered Care:

• Our guiding principle is simple: we put patients first. Always. This patient-centered approach drives everything we do, ensuring our community’s highest quality of care.
• As part of a community-minded team, we take pride in fostering growth and development, offering opportunities to expand your career locally or within our broader medical group. We encourage our team members to contribute in and out of the hospital, helping Mount Sterling and its surrounding communities thrive.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive compensation package with additional bonuses.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
  • Long- and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Paid medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
  • Annual CME allowance to support your professional development.