Cardiac Device Nurse Practitioner

Mercyhealth is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our Cardiology team in Janesville, Wisconsin.Opportunity: Join a robust and ever evolving Electrophysiologist with advanced practice providers, specializing in cardiac devices, heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms.Coverage will include hospital and main clinic.You will enjoy an outstanding referral system from 2-primary care satellite clinics.Mercyhealth is a multi-regional, integrated health system comprising five hospitals, more than 600 employed physicians, over 80 outpatient clinics and other service sites that provide care to residents in more than 60 communities throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We provide over 75 specialty and sub-specialty services, including neurosurgery, heart and vascular care, cancer care, plastic and reconstructive surgery, da Vinci robotic surgery and much more.Qualifications:Ability to work well independently and under pressure.Strong communication/interpretive and analytical skills.A high level of independent judgment and ability to handle empowerment for independent action.Ability to pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Worker's Background Check.Nurse Practitioner:Graduate of an accredited MSN programCurrent WI RN licenseCurrent APNPCurrent DEA numberATLS certificationOther certifications as required.Compensation:Highly competitive compensationSign-on bonusCME allowanceRobust and comprehensive benefit packageCommunity:Janesville is a mid-sized city offering a safe, family-oriented community with excellent schools and abundant recreational opportunities. Janesville is Wisconsin's Park Place, with over 2,500 acres of beautiful parks. The community also offers live theatre and unique shopping and dining. Janesville is on the interstate corridor providing easy access to metro areas and international airports.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms physical examinations, may perform specialty procedures and provide follow up care of the patient.Performs preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of the physician.Explains and provides specialized education to the patient care.Provides answers to any questions a patient might have.Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.Credentialed to sedate, circulate and scrub electrophysiology procedures under the direction of the physician, as needed by specialty clinic.Discusses and collaborates care of the patient with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by physician.Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.Has a high level of decision-making skills and autonomy.Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.Culture of Excellence Behavior ExpectationsTo perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.Education and ExperienceGraduate of an accredited nursing program.Meets the requirements determined by the State of Wisconsin or Illinois to perform duties defined as those of a Nurse Practitioner.Specialty, based on area of practice, experience requiredCertification and LicensureValid APNP license in state of practice Valid state RN license in state of practiceDEA authorization as neededApproved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days. Other Certifications per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRPSkills and AbilitiesN/ASpecial Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, handle, finger, feel talk and hear and use near acuity and color vision. The employee is occasionally required to stoop.Level of SupervisionIndirectly supervising the Nursing Staff. Supervisory responsibilities are conducted in accordance with directives of management, the organization's policies, and applicable laws.SupervisesN/A

Created: 2025-11-01