RN Cardiac Device

Job Summary

Now offering a $5,000 Sign on Bonus!

About the role

Provide comprehensive cardiac care for patients with clinical cardiac devises and other specialized cardiac needs in cardiac clinics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct device system evaluations, testing, and data interpretation for cardiac patients
• Perform ECG tracings, understand, and interpret intermediate ECG rhythms and advanced standard clinic response to each rhythm
• Educate patient and family regarding their device system and plan of care
• Assessment of patient wound checks to alleviate possible complications
• Avoid wound complications and develop plan of care with MDC
• Evaluate and appropriately classify, assess effectiveness of prescribed therapy for cardiac arrhythmias
• Triage ICD, pacemaker and EP telephone calls
• Perform and coordinate remote follow-up visits (Latitude, Carelink, Merlin, and Biotronik)
• Maintain records related to device advisory, recalls, and alerts
• Manage office responsibilities which include documentation, records, and testing device maintenance
• Maintain records related to device advisory/recalls/alerts
• Assist MD with new advisory information, identifies patient population included and communicate with patients regarding the advisory information
• Communicate effectively with patient/family regarding their device system and plan of care for the short and long-term follow up of their device

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; RN with ASN or BSN
• Minimum of 3+ years of cardiovascular experience required
• BLS; ACLS a plus
• Professional certification in device management a plus (Certified Cardiac Device Specialist) issued by IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners)
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of the heart, cardiac electrophysiology and rhythm interpretation
• Knowledge of modes of pacing, ICD arrhythmia detection parameters and therapy options
• Strong EKG/arrhythmia interpretation skills; effective communication skills, database management, and problem solving skills required
• Indications for implantation of pacemakers, bi-ventricular devices and defibrillators
• Strong knowledge of cardiac medications
• Basic computer skills: EMR required, Epic and Paceart systems preferred
• Interrogation and programming of Pacemakers, AICDs, and linqs with numerous different platforms utilizing 3-5 different manufacturers' programmers and navigating their respective websites
• Ability to multi-task, to think critically, and to analyze and interpret extensive data
• Assess post-op wounds and provide clear post-op education re: wound care, activity restrictions and device function

Qualifications

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost
• Employer provided life and disability insurance
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year
• Immediate 401(k) match
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.

Pay

The compensation for this role includes a base pay range of $32.65-49.00 with the actual pay determined by factors such as skills, experience, education, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. Additional compensation may be available through shift differentials, bonuses, and other incentives. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package.

Schedule

Full-Time; 40 hours/week Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm