Cardiac Device Clinic RN: Monitoring & Programming Expert

Mercy Co; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Cardiac Device Specialist (CDS) to support physicians and nursing staff in monitoring patients with cardiac implantable devices. The CDS will program and monitor CIEDs and manage remote transmissions, data entry in Paceart and Epic, and clinical decision-making under physician supervision.

Education: BS preferred but not required; RN/LVN/CMA/paramedic with device background considered. CCDS preferred within 24 months. Strong EKG knowledge and communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• EKG knowledge and understanding of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias preferred.
• Proficient in CIED remote monitoring and programming or demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology specific to electrophysiology preferred.
• Bachelor of Science preferred but not required; RN, LVN, CMA, paramedic and/or device industry background will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians, advanced practitioners and RNs in monitoring and follow-up of patients with CIEDs.
• Proficient in CIED programming and monitoring; manage diagnostics in manufacturer remote monitoring websites and transmission analyses.
• Enter data into Paceart and Epic; maintain data integrity and escalate to EP physicians when appropriate.
• Ensure quality, safety and value measurements under direction of physicians and nursing staff.

Skills

EKG knowledge

CIED remote programming

Analytical & problem-solving

Medical terminology

Education

BS preferred but not required

RN/LVN/CMA/paramedic background considered

Tools

Paceart

Epic

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Cardiac Device Specialist (CDS) to support physicians and nursing staff in monitoring patients with cardiac implantable devices. The CDS will program and monitor CIEDs and manage remote transmissions, data entry in Paceart and Epic, and clinical decision-making under physician supervision.

Education: BS preferred but not required; RN/LVN/CMA/paramedic with device background considered. CCDS preferred within 24 months. Strong EKG knowledge and communication skills essential.