Cardiac Care Nursing
Learn How to Become a Cardiac Care Nurse
Cardiac care nurses work under the direction of a cardiologist in surgical or outpatient settings. They treat patients of all ages suffering from heart diseases and conditions such as angina, coronary disease, congestive heart failure, and myocardial infarction. A cardiac care nurse also educates patients and their families on disease prevention and medications as needed.
Preparation Path
- Get your BSN
- Pass the NCLEX and become an RN
- Work at least 2 years and acquire 2,000 hours of clinical experience in cardiovascular nursing
- Get your cardiac vascular nursing certification (RN-BC) and life support certifications
Annual Salary Range
$65,744 – 74,559
Typical Tasks
- Assisting cardiologists during surgery
- Performing post-operative care (including medication administration via IV)
- Giving stress test evaluations
- Monitoring cardiac and vascular health
- Administering health assessments
- Conducting clinical research
Employment Settings
- Hospitals
- Cardiac clinics
- Medical centers
- Outpatient facilities
- Nursing homes
Certification
RN, Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification, Cardiac Vascular Nursing Certification
Education Requirements
BSN
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