Electrophysiology Nurse - Cardiac Device Care

Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Federal pension

Health insurance (VA/US government)

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration’s Electrophysiology (EP) RN role coordinates comprehensive care for Veterans with arrhythmias and implanted devices. You will manage pre- and post-procedure needs, remote monitoring, and ongoing care with EP clinicians and the broader healthcare team.

Applicants must hold an active RN license and meet VA qualification standards. Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient advocacy are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in English (written and spoken)
• Graduate of an approved nursing program with ACEN/CCNE accreditation or equivalent
• Possession of or eligible for State nursing licensure
• Experience with cardiac arrhythmias and CIED devices is preferred
• Knowledge of remote monitoring and device data interpretation is desirable
• Foreign education may require degree equivalency validation

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessment and clinical triage for Veterans with known or suspected arrhythmias and/or implanted devices
• Manage longitudinal care for EP patients in collaboration with EP providers and the healthcare team
• Coordinate telephone calls, secure messages, and patient communications
• Provide patient and caregiver education regarding arrhythmias, therapies, medications, and remote monitoring
• Coordinate pre- and post-procedure care and device interrogations in various settings
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, care plans, and outcomes in the EHR
• Support quality improvement, evidence-based practice, and EP-related research as assigned

Skills

Nursing assessment

Care coordination

Clinical triage

ECG/arrhythmia knowledge

Remote monitoring

Patient advocacy

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Active RN licensure (US)

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration’s Electrophysiology (EP) RN role coordinates comprehensive care for Veterans with arrhythmias and implanted devices. You will manage pre- and post-procedure needs, remote monitoring, and ongoing care with EP clinicians and the broader healthcare team.

Applicants must hold an active RN license and meet VA qualification standards. Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient advocacy are essential for success in this role.