Cardiac Device Specialist - RN

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Cardiac Device Specialist to support physicians and the CIED clinic supervisor in monitoring patients with cardiac implantable devices. You will manage remote transmissions, assist with programming, data entry into Paceart and Epic, and help maintain system integrity in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The ideal candidate has RN licensure (Associate's/Diploma/BSN), prefers experience in RN roles or related fields, and demonstrates strong communication, analytical, and

Qualifications

• RN license required within hiring state and/or compact licensure.
• Education: Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices via remote monitoring.
• Assist physicians, advanced practitioners, and clinic supervisor in data entry and device management.
• Maintain system integrity and refer to EP physicians as needed.

Skills

Clinical communication

Analytical thinking

Cardiac device programming

EKG knowledge

Education

RN license

Associate's/Diploma/BSN

Tools

Paceart

Epic

Remote monitoring platforms

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

The Cardiac Device Specialist (CDS) assists physicians, advanced practitioners, and the CIED clinic supervisor in monitoring patients with cardiac implantable electronic devices. Proficient in CIED programming, the CDS manages patient diagnostics via remote monitoring websites, analyzes transmissions, enters data into Paceart and Epic, maintains system integrity, and refers to EP physicians as needed. The CDS must meet quality, safety, and value standards under the direction of the clinic supervisor, physicians, and advanced practitioners, performing duties aligned with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
Experience: RN experience or LVN, CMA, paramedic and/or device industry experience will be considered for candidates with that experience prior to being an RN.
License(s): Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor of Science.
Experience: EKG knowledge required with understanding of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
Certification(s): CCDS through HRS within 24 months of hire preferred.

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

• Excellent clinical communication skills as well as strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in CIED remote and programming or ability to demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology specific to electrophysiology preferred.
• EKG knowledge required with understanding of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.