Cardiac Device Nurse

Shift:

Cardiac Device Nurse

Shift Details:

Full Time

Monday - Friday; No weekends or holidays

8am - 5pm

***After training, option of (4) 10 hour shifts

Job Highlight:

A Device Nurse is a specialized healthcare professional who manages and monitors patients with medical devices like pacemakers, Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), and cardiac monitors. Their role involves overseeing device function, interpreting data, and troubleshooting issues. They also educate patients on device care and when to seek medical help. Working closely with physicians, Device Nurses assist in device implantation, make adjustments, and provide follow-up care. They analyze data to assess patient health and maintain detailed records, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and regulatory compliance. Their expertise bridges technology and patient care for those relying on medical devices.

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

• Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration.
• Leading Health Network Work with the region's top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care.
• Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve.
• Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path.

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Job Description:

Interrogate, program, and report on cardiac devices including pacemakers, remote device, and Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) interrogations. Perform all device interrogations and evaluations in clinic as well as inpatient and out of department (Surgery/MRI/CT/Echo/Radiation oncology) device check. Complete outpatient incision checks, assess and triage patients with devices in person and remotely, postoperative education regarding device implants, collaborate with providers for care of device patients, and mentor to providers in training (fellows, APPs, etc.). Collaborate with Clinic Manager, Supervisors, Providers and Cardiovascular implantable Electronic Device (CIED) staff to ensure the highest level of patient care. Play an active role in educating patients and other health care professionals. Maintain cardiac device database and company/industry software.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of three years nursing experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) OR Associate's degree in nursing (ADN) with 25 years of nursing experience required.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, conduction system, and ability to interpret cardiac arrhythmias required.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care required.
• Knowledge of general office practices and procedures required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to prioritize and make independent clinical judgments required.
• Experience with basic patient care equipment, policy procedure and protocol manuals required.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with an interdisciplinary team required.
• Effective critical thinking/analytical skills required.
• Ability to effectively evaluate care across the continuum required.
• Knowledge of ECG interpretation to be able to identify emergent situations required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior nursing experience in related field preferred.
• Based on position, prior experience in one or more of the following areas including cardiovascular care, general medical/surgical care, emergency care, critical care.
• Interpretation, and analysis of cardiac rhythms preferred.
• Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree preferred.
• Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) national exam preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel preferred.
• Experience with patient teaching materials preferred.
• Understanding of related patient registries and data bases preferred.
• Certification preferred in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).