Jamie Shidler

• Interrogate ICDs, pacemakers, and loop recorders from all five major manufacturers including Abbott, Biotronik, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and Sorin
• Complete routine device testing
• Analyze and interpret intracardiac signals/EGMs and surface ECGs
• Autonomously reprogram device if indicated for PMT, increased thresholds, sensing abnormalities, LV vector reprogramming due to diaphragm stimulation
• Collaborate with physicians and advance practitioners in troubleshooting of device programming, lead malfunction, tachy reprogramming based on patient symptoms and VT cycle length, HIS and LBBA lead programming, and CRT optimization
• Utilize technical services from all five manufacturers when indicated for device reprogramming
• Tachy reprogramming per policy for primary prevention
• Pre-operative and post-operative device reprogramming in the in-patient setting for routine as well as emergent surgeries based on policies.
• Pre and post MRI device programming for conditional and non-conditional devices based on policy
• Hospital rounding as the device consult nurse with EP fellow
• Complete daily tasks of alert management and routine home monitoring via Merlin, Latitude, Biotronik, and Carelink websites
• Collaborate care with EP physician and general cardiology in managing patient care, medications, EP procedure orders, and device replacements
• Work with research staff during device checks
• Triage patient phone calls
• Manage new implant records
• Paceart proficient with administrative privileges
• Collaborate with nurse practitioner to identify device or lead advisory patients and placed in charge of Paceart data input on identified patients
• Collaborate with supervisor and EP director to develop policies to decrease nursing workload while still providing optimal patient care.
• Collaborate with nurse practitioner to write new device clinic guidelines for staff for management of device advisories
• EPIC electronic medical record, Skype, Teams, Slack and Zoom meeting participation and experience
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
• Educated patients and families about health conditions and treatment options.
• Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
• Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control standards.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
• Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal care for patients with complex health issues.
• Coordinated referrals to other healthcare providers when necessary.
• Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice standards in Electrophysiology nursing care.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

• Read and interpreted device home monitoring transmissions, sharing findings with clinics in United States and Australia.
• Developed key shortcuts to enhance reading efficiency.
• Acquired knowledge of clinic-specific preferences for tailored communication.
• Collaborated with colleagues to write a paper on transmission readings, presented at Heart Rhythm Society.
• Notified clinics and physicians of urgent or concerning transmission findings.

• Covered nursing responsibilities during supervisor's absence to ensure continuity of care.
• Traveled to off-site locations for device checks, ensuring functionality and compliance.
• Assisted in maintaining patient safety standards through diligent monitoring and reporting.

Registered Staff Nurse Cardiovascular Progressive Care

• Provided post-operative care for patients following device implant, and cardiac catheterizations.
• Administered medications including Cardizem, and Heparin to optimize patient outcomes.
• Delivered emotional and spiritual support to patients and families during recovery phases.
• Interpreted EKG strips to monitor cardiac rhythms effectively.

Registered Staff Nurse Labor and Delivery

• Circulated within operating room to support surgical teams and patient care.
• Cared for mothers in labor and postpartum with comorbidities, including hypertension and cardiac arrhythmias.
• Assessed fetal heart rates and monitored contractions through telemetry.
• Collaborated with physicians and residents to manage high-risk intrapartum and postpartum patients.

• Cared for patients post-ablation, CABG, TPA infusions, and cardiac catheterizations.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments to ensure patient recovery.
• Assessed cardiac telemetry patients for changes in heart rhythm and overall condition.
• Monitored patients after myocardial infarctions, unstable angina, and coronary artery disease.
• Provided care for atrial fibrillation with RVR and CHF patients as needed.
• Supported recovery following video-assisted thoracotomy and carotid endarterectomy procedures.
• Evaluated patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans accordingly.
• Collaborated with medical team to enhance patient management strategies.