Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology, Physician Assistant - Cardiology

This role involves supporting a team of cardiologists through inpatient rounds, consults, and patient management, ensuring the delivery of excellent cardiology care in a dynamic environment. This is a great chance to work with a dedicated team supporting inpatient cardiology care, with options for daily or 7-on/7-off shifts.

Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology / Physician Assistant - Cardiology in Hickory, NC

Are you an experienced cardiology APP looking for a rewarding locum opportunity? Join a leading facility in Hickory, NC, offering competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and excellent support. This is a great chance to work with a dedicated team supporting inpatient cardiology care, with options for daily or 7-on/7-off shifts. Immediate start is available, and travel and licensure reimbursements are provided.

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Quick Facts

• Location: 420 North Center Street, Hickory, NC 28601
• Start Date: 08/12/2026
• Schedule: M-F 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM / 7-on 7-off model with occasional weekends
• Duration: Ongoing
• Hours per Week: 40
• Employment Type: Locum
• Licenses/Certifications: Active North Carolina Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license and NC DEA
• Experience: Prior inpatient cardiology APP experience required
• EMR: Cerner experience preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $1.00/hour
• Benefits:
  • Competitive pay packages
  • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
  • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
  • Robust referral bonus program
  • Paid sick time per applicable laws
  • Reimbursements for licensure, certification, travel, and other related expenses
  • 24/7 dedicated team support throughout your assignment

What You’ll Do

• Conduct inpatient cardiology rounding and consults
• Support cardiologists in patient care management
• Assist with patient assessments and documentation using Cerner EMR
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide optimal patient care
• Follow established clinical protocols and documentation standards
• Participate in on-call rotations if required

What You Need
Required:

• Active North Carolina Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
• NC DEA registration
• Prior outpatient/inpatient cardiology experience
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred:

• Experience with inpatient cardiology procedures or diagnostics
• Flexibility to adapt to schedule variations

About the Assignment
Join a reputable healthcare facility in Hickory, NC, dedicated to providing high-quality inpatient cardiology services. This role involves supporting a team of cardiologists through inpatient rounds, consults, and patient management, ensuring the delivery of excellent cardiology care in a dynamic environment.

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