Cath Lab/EP Lab Nurse Practitioner

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 131,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Hospital’s Heart and Vascular Institute is seeking a full‑time APRN specialized in interventional cardiology and EP to join the team. The APRN will work independently in the Cath Lab and EP lab, handling pre‑op and post‑op responsibilities (no intraoperative care) under physician supervision as needed.

Requirements include CT APRN license, ACLS, at least 2 years in a similar role, and cardiology or critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Valid CT APRN license required.
• ACLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years APRN experience in a cardiology or related area.
• Experience in cardiology or critical care highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and perform physical exams.
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests.
• Develop treatment plans with physicians and administer therapies.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Cardiology experience

Critical care experience

Independent practice

Education

CT APRN license

ACLS certification

Job description

Job Description

Join the multidisciplinary team of heart specialists at Stamford Hospital in the role of a full-time interventional cardiology and electrophysiology advanced practice registered nurse (APRN). The Stamford Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) is distinguished for our patient-centered approach and latest advanced technology, ranking in the 90 th percentile nationally. Through our world-class partnership with Columbia University Irving Medical Center, our dedicated and skilled heart team works together in one setting to provide coordinated, compassionate, specialized, world-class care. As a nurse practitioner, you will hit the ground running, assume both pre‑op and post‑op responsibilities (no intra‑op) while practicing independently in both the Cath Lab and EP lab. Responsibilities include:

• Taking medical histories and performing physical examinations, utilizing appropriate diagnostic techniques to assess patient's condition
• ordering and interpreting lab data, radiological examinations, and diagnostic tests.
• Completing accurate and appropriate orders; developing treatment plans in conjunction with the physician; and administering treatments and medications.
• Providing education, instruction, and counseling as indicated after assessing the learning needs of the patient and family.

Schedule

Full‑time, 37.5 Weekly Hours. 4 x 10‑hour shifts, 8AM to 6PM. 4 Saturdays a year (8a-4p) to cover our cardiology service with the on‑call cardiologist

Location

Stamford Hospital’s Main Campus

Qualifications

• Valid license as APRN in CT.
• ACLS certification required.
• Minimum 2 years of APRN experience in a similar position.
• Experience in cardiology or critical care highly preferred.

As a Planetree hospital, we are committed to personalizing, humanizing, and demystifying the healthcare experience for patients and their families. Our approach is holistic and encourages healing in all dimensions – mind, body, and spirit.

Starting salary ranging from $ 131,137 – $157,950 dependent on experience.