Cardiology NP/PA: Night Shift, High-Impact Care

UNC Health; Smithfield (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the busiest cardiology service within the UNC Healthcare System. The role offers autonomy with physician supervision and works within a multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality cardiovascular care.

The position features night shifts (7p‑7a) covering a 24/7 busy service line in Smithfield, NC, with opportunities to contribute to clinical guidelines, patient education, and program development.

Qualifications

• Completed graduate-level APRN or PA program.
• Licensed as APRN or PA in North Carolina.
• Board certification if required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: obtain health history, perform exams, develop treatment plans and follow-up.
• Education: educate patients and families about conditions and follow‑up care.
• Leadership: provide instruction to clinicians and lead teams in care delivery.
• Professional: communicate respectfully with patients and staff and collaborate across teams.
• Quality/Research: engage in continuous quality improvement and update protocols as needed.

Skills

Clinical competency

Leadership skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Accredited APRN/PA program

Job description

UNC Health is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the busiest cardiology service within the UNC Healthcare System. The role offers autonomy with physician supervision and works within a multidisciplinary team focused on high-quality cardiovascular care.

The position features night shifts (7p‑7a) covering a 24/7 busy service line in Smithfield, NC, with opportunities to contribute to clinical guidelines, patient education, and program development.