Cardiac Device Nurse Lead — Pacemaker & ICD Care

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Cardiac Device Registered Nurse for the New Mexico VA Health Care System in Albuquerque.

The role focuses on coordinating care for patients with CIEDs, collaborating with EP and cardiology teams, and educating patients and families for post-discharge self-management. Qualified candidates will have an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license in the U.S., and strong English proficiency.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency required by basic requirements.
• Graduate of a nursing program approved by accrediting bodies (ACEN/CCNE).
• Current, full, active, unrestricted nursing license in a U.S. state or territory (or DC).
• Credit for foreign nursing education requires formal degree equivalency validation.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for patients with Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices (CIEDs).
• Collaborate with EP, cardiology, heart failure, and surgical teams to optimize outcomes.
• Educate patients and families, support transitions and self-management after discharge.
• Lead in developing and evaluating policies, procedures, or guidelines.

Skills

English proficiency

RN license

Cardiac care experience

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Cardiac Device Registered Nurse for the New Mexico VA Health Care System in Albuquerque.

The role focuses on coordinating care for patients with CIEDs, collaborating with EP and cardiology teams, and educating patients and families for post-discharge self-management. Qualified candidates will have an accredited nursing degree, an active RN license in the U.S., and strong English proficiency.