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

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

Job summary

UNC Health Rex Healthcare seeks a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the busiest cardiology service in the UNC Health System. You will operate with substantial autonomy, under cardiology supervision, and provide high‑quality care to patients on a 24/7 service line.

Experience in cardiology preferred; NC licensure as APN/PA is required along with appropriate certifications. Night shift, on‑site work, and a strong emphasis on teamwork and patient‑centered care are

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited graduate‑level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina (e.g., NP or PA).
• Board certification as required; DEA license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality, cost effective care within APP scope of practice in collaboration with supervising physician.
• Obtain health history, perform assessments, and develop treatment plans with evidence‑based pharmacology.
• Educate patients and families; lead education for clinicians and students as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement and lead projects to enhance patient care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in on‑site 24/7 cardiology coverage.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership

Independent work

Team collaboration

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

APRN or PA program

Job description

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.

Cardiology experience preferred.

Summary

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

1. Clinical: obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests/results. Develops appropriate differential diagnoses. Develops and implements treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence‑based pharmacological agents consistent with departmental guidelines and privileging, and schedules appropriate follow‑up management. Actively incorporates evidence‑based hospital initiatives to improve patient care. Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs. Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care. Maintains essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes. Maintains extensive knowledge of their specialty literature including awareness of developing areas. Consistently derives correct diagnoses through synthesis of clinical data and proper selection and interpretation of diagnostic studies. Develops comprehensive differential diagnoses for patients. Revises the plan of care to meet the changing needs of the patient. Prioritizes work and assists staff to provide prompt and efficient client flow. Consistently maintains high productivity according to identified standards. Leads/participates in projects to improve productivity. Appropriately performs medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileging, and clinical roles/responsibilities.
2. Education: appropriately and professionally educates clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow‑up. Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centred care. Develops educational materials based on learning needs of clinicians, staff, and students. Provides education/instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students. Actively recognizes and participates in identification and achievement of self‑learning needs. Attends education programs based on identified learning needs.
3. Leadership: provides instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students including but not limited to precepting, shadowing, lectures, training classes, CE, rounds, morning report, and or staff meetings. Participates in community/network outreach programs. Develops/leads community/network outreach programs. Demonstrates both an 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. Leads/participates in systems improvements.
4. Professional: interacts with patients and families in a respectful, courteous and timely fashion using appropriate communication for the patient and situation. Interacts collaboratively with coworkers, other team members and staff in a respectful, courteous, and timely fashion appropriate to patient care needs and situations. Responds quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems. Accepts responsibility for outcomes of one’s work. Shares responsibility for overall workload with team members.
5. Quality/Research: engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement. Consults with management in assessment, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and evaluating clinical/system issues and models of care. Leads interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated delivery of patient care services. Initiates and revises protocol(s) or guideline(s) to reflect evidence‑based changes in care management. Works to influence policy‑making bodies to improve patient care. Develops new clinical programs or services within the department/unit/clinic to improve patient care.

Recruiter: Cody Hair, [e-mail]

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.

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)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Night Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Smithfield

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully‑owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This is not a State employed position.

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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