Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Bellingham, WA

Job Description
Join a dynamic inpatient and outpatient cardiac team as a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Electrophysiology. You’ll provide comprehensive adult cardiology care, handle daily rounds and admissions, and work independently in a 245-bed facility. The position offers a Monday-through-Friday schedule with 10-hour day shifts and no call-out requirements.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Inpatient Hospital
• Start Date: 12/1/2026
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour day shifts)
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Bellingham, WA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver outpatient and inpatient cardiology care with an emphasis on electrophysiology.
• Perform patient rounding and manage admissions for a daily census of 12–14 adult patients.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, develop treatment plans, and prescribe medications within scope of practice.
• Document all encounters accurately in EPIC EMR and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with cardiology physicians, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality-improvement initiatives and patient education activities.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State NP license (no IMLC accepted at this time).
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiology Electrophysiology, or equivalent specialized experience.
• Minimum 12 months of clinical practice in the ARNP area of specialization within the past five years, or recent graduation from an accredited program (within 12 months).
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• ARNP certification.
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR required.
• Ability to work independently and provide solo coverage.

Working Hours

• 10-hour day shifts, Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
• No on-call or weekend duties.
• Rounding and admission responsibilities are performed during scheduled shift hours.

Skills

• Strong clinical knowledge of adult cardiac electrophysiology and associated interventions.
• Excellent patient assessment, diagnostic, and management abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Competence in electronic medical record documentation (EPIC).
• Ability to prioritize workload and maintain high-quality care in a fast-paced environment.