Cardiac Device Nurse

Veterans Health Administration Albuquerque, New Mexico $ 75,834 – $ 136,857

Full-time Closes 16 Oct 2026 · Today

Albuquerque, New Mexico $ 75,834 – $ 136,857 Full-time Closes 16 Oct 2026

What the job is
The Veterans Health Administration in Albuquerque, New Mexico is hiring a Cardiac Device Nurse. This role focuses on caring for patients with heart devices like pacemakers and defibrillators.

What you will do
- Coordinate care for patients with heart devices, ensuring smooth transitions between hospital and home care.
- Educate patients and families about heart health, device management, and self-care after discharge.
- Work with doctors, surgeons, and other healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Evaluate and improve care practices based on the best available evidence.
- Support patients and families with their emotional, medical, and educational needs.
- Help create and update policies and guidelines for better patient care.
- Promote a safe and supportive work environment for healthcare professionals.

What you need
- Must be a U.S. citizen (or meet VA policy exceptions).
- Must have a full and unrestricted nursing license from any U.S. state or territory.
- Must pass a drug test, background check, and physical evaluation.
- Must complete a 2-year probation period.
- Must participate in the seasonal flu vaccination program.
- Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with Selective Service.

What you will get
- Competitive salary between $75,834 and $136,857 per year.
- 50 days of paid time off per year (including holidays and sick leave).
- Retirement benefits, including a federal pension and 401K with up to 5% VA contributions.
- Health, vision, dental, and life insurance options.
- Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (no remote work).