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PA, Physician Assistant/ NP, Nurse Practitioner - Inpatient Cardiology Nights

Christus Health
locationLongview, TX, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/20/2026
Full Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Inpatient Cardiology team in Longview, TX for night shift coverage. This role focuses on providing high-quality overnight care to hospitalized cardiology patients in collaboration with on-call cardiologists and hospital teams. The ideal candidate will have strong acute care or inpatient cardiology experience and be comfortable managing patients independently during night hours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overnight coverage for inpatient cardiology service
  • Perform patient assessments, admissions, and cross-cover as needed
  • Manage acute cardiac conditions and respond to clinical changes
  • Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic tests including EKGs, labs, and imaging
  • Collaborate with cardiologists, hospitalists, nursing staff, and ICU teams
  • Communicate effectively during handoffs and transitions of care
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR

Qualifications

  • Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • National board certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
  • Acute care or inpatient cardiology experience preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently overnight
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Fields of study

  • Cardiology