Cardiology NP/PA - Night Shift & Autonomy (24/7 Service)

Careerwebsite; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 167,254,000 - 228,975,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the busiest cardiology service. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality cardiovascular care with autonomy under physician supervision.

This role emphasizes adherence to evidence-based guidelines and active participation in patient education and care optimization. The position requires graduate-level APRN or PA training, NC licensure, and board certification as applicable.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina.
• Board certification may be required by the department.
• DEA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories and perform physical exams; develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and follow-up care; collaborate with staff and students.
• Provide instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing and students; participate in rounds and meetings.
• Interacts respectfully with patients and families; collaborates with team to meet care needs.
• Lead quality improvement and protocol development; participate in outcomes assessment or policy development.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Education

Graduate-level APRN or PA program

NC Licensure

Board certification

DEA

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the busiest cardiology service. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality cardiovascular care with autonomy under physician supervision.

This role emphasizes adherence to evidence-based guidelines and active participation in patient education and care optimization. The position requires graduate-level APRN or PA training, NC licensure, and board certification as applicable.