What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology position at Baxter Health?
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Electrophysiology serves as an integral member of the cardiovascular care team, providing advanced clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of patients with complex cardiac arrhythmias and electrophysiologic disorders. Working in close collaboration with electrophysiologists and the multidisciplinary team, the APRN delivers comprehensive, evidence-based care across the continuum — from outpatient clinic visits and pre-procedural evaluation to post-procedural follow-up and long-term device management.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Required Qualifications
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
- Current, unencumbered APRN license (NP or CNS) in the state of practice
- National board certification: FNP-BC, ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, or ACPC-CMC (Adult-Gerontology Acute Care preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in cardiology, cardiac ICU, cardiac step-down, or EP setting
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- DEA registration or eligibility
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in electrophysiology, device clinic, or cardiac arrhythmia management
- Cardiac Medicine certification (CMC) through AACN or equivalent EP-focused credential
- Proficiency in device interrogation for at least one major manufacturer (Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, Biotronik)
- Familiarity with remote monitoring platforms (Merlin.net, CareLink, Latitude, BIOTRONIK Home Monitoring, MURJ, etc.
- Experience with Cerner, Epic, or similar EHR systems
- Bilingual skills a plus
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Safety Sensitive Designation
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Primarily outpatient clinic with procedural lab support as needed
- Occasional on-call responsibilities for urgent device or arrhythmia management questions
- Ability to stand, sit, and move for extended periods; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
- Exposure to fluoroscopy environment — appropriate radiation safety protocols required
- Use of PPE per departmental and institutional standards
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Electrophysiology - Compensation & Benefits
Baxter Health offers competitive wages and an extensive benefits package. The following benefits are available to eligible employees:
- Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance
- Life / Short Term / Long Term / Accidental Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Credit Union
- Paid Time Off
- Education Assistance Scholarships / Leadership Development / CMEs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Site Employee Pharmacy & Wellness Center
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tele Health
- Flex Spending Account
- Benefits Me
Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter Health supports a diverse and inclusive culture and is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter Health employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender (including sexual orientation and gender identity), religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or unfavorable discharge from military service or any other legally protected status.
Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Should you have need for a reasonable accommodation due to a medical condition or disability, please contact Kim Beavers, HR Recruiter at (870) 508-1070 or by email kbeavers@baxterregional.org and provide the details of your specific request.
Location: Baxter Health · 9590 - Baxter Regional Cardiovascular Clinic
Schedule: Full time, Days