Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - NCHV Physicians and APPs - Smithfield

UNC Health; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 80,410 - 110,084; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in Smithfield, NC, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) for their busy cardiology service. The position requires clinical competency, independent work, and collaboration with a healthcare team. Responsibilities include obtaining patient histories and developing treatment plans. The ideal candidate will be proactive in patient education and quality improvement. This full-time role offers night shifts, a salary range of $58.37 - $79.91 per hour, and requires a valid license as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina.
• Effective leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtain health histories and conduct physical assessments.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe medication.
• Educate patients and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Education

Completion of an accredited graduate-level APRN or PA program

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - NCHV Physicians and APPs - Smithfield

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Description

Are you a driven and compassionate Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant looking to make a significant impact in patient care? Join the busiest cardiology service in the UNC Healthcare System, where you’ll utilize the latest clinical guidelines, innovations, and technologies.

Our NPs and PAs enjoy unparalleled autonomy and independence, backed by the full support of our esteemed cardiologists. Work alongside a team of talented and caring professionals in an environment that prioritizes patient care above all else.

If you’re ready to elevate your career and contribute to an exceptional cardiovascular team, we want to hear from you! Contact us today to explore this exciting opportunity.

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.

Night shift 7p-7a covering a 24/7 busy cardiology service line.

Summary

Cardiology experience preferred.

A Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Clinical – Obtain relevant health and medical history, perform thorough physical assessment, review and interpret pertinent diagnostic tests/results. Develop and implement treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence‑based pharmacological agents consistent with departmental guidelines and privileging, and schedules appropriate follow‑up management. Actively incorporate evidence‑based hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Conduct preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs. Maintain clear, comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care. Maintain essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes. Maintain extensive knowledge of specialty literature including awareness of developing areas. Consistently derive correct diagnoses through synthesis of clinical data and proper selection and interpretation of diagnostic studies. Prioritize work and assist staff to provide prompt and efficient client flow. Consistently maintain high productivity according to identified standards. Lead/participate in projects to improve productivity. Appropriately perform medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileging, and clinical roles/responsibilities.
• Education – Appropriately and professionally educate clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow‑up. Collaborate with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centered care. Develop educational materials based on learning needs of clinicians, staff, and students. Provide education/instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students. Actively recognize and participate in identification and achievement of self‑learning needs. Attend education programs based on identified learning needs.
• Leadership – Provide instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students including but not limited to precepting, shadowing, lectures, training classes, CE, rounds, morning report, and staff meetings. Participate in community/network outreach programs. Develop/lead community/network outreach programs. Demonstrate understanding of the contexts and system in which healthcare is provided and the ability to apply this knowledge to improve and optimize health care delivery. Lead/participate in systems improvements.
• Professional – Interact with patients and families in a respectful, courteous and timely fashion using appropriate communication for the patient and situation. Interact collaboratively with coworkers, other team members and staff in a respectful, courteous, and timely fashion appropriate to patient care needs and situations. Respond quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Accept responsibility for outcomes of one’s work. Share responsibility for overall workload with team members.
• Quality/Research – Engage in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement. Consult with management in assessment, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and evaluating clinical/system issues and models of care. Lead interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated delivery of patient care services. Initiate and revise protocols or guidelines to reflect evidence‑based changes in care management. Work to influence policy‑making bodies to improve patient care. Develop new clinical programs or services within the department/unit/clinic to improve patient care.

Other Information

Education Requirements

• Completion of an accredited graduate‑level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider (i.e., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina.
• Board certification if required by the Department. DEA registration.

Professional Experience Requirements

• No prior experience required.

Knowledge/Skills and Abilities Requirements

• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Effective leadership skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.
• Effective interaction to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
• Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
Entity: UNC Health Medical Group
Organization Unit: NCHV Physicians And Apps
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Salary Range: $58.37 - $79.91 per hour (Hiring Range)
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Night Job
Location: Smithfield, NC

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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