Lucrative Cardiology Locums in Bellingham, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Cardiology / Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Locum Tenens – Bellingham, WA

Position Overview

Seeking a Nurse Practitioner (NP) specializing in Cardiology and Electrophysiology (EP) for a locum tenens opportunity in Bellingham, Washington, beginning December 1, 2026.

The provider will deliver inpatient and outpatient cardiology services, with a focus on electrophysiology. Responsibilities include patient evaluations, inpatient rounding, admissions, treatment planning, and ongoing cardiovascular care.

This full-time position requires independent clinical practice, an active Washington license, and experience in cardiology or electrophysiology.

Compensation: Hourly: $135/hour, Overtime: $170/hour, Holiday: $205/hour.

Assignment Details

Specialty: Cardiology / Electrophysiology

Provider Type: Nurse Practitioner (ARNP)

Location: Bellingham, WA

Coverage Type: Locum Tenens

Start Date: December 1, 2026

Duration: Approximately 6 Months

Initial Contract: 13 Weeks

Positions Available: 1

Practice Setting: Inpatient / Outpatient

Hospital Capacity: 245 Beds

Coverage Reason: Staffing Gap

EMR: Epic

Call Requirements: None

Orientation: 8 Hours

Schedule

Employment Type: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Shift: Day Shift

Hours: 7:00 AM–5:00 PM

Shift Length: 10 Hours

Coverage: Scheduled Day Shifts

Block Scheduling: Not Available

Call: None

Patient Population / Volume

Patient Population: Adults

Average Daily Census: Approximately 12–14 Patients

Inpatient Cardiology Patients

Outpatient Cardiology Patients

Patients With Cardiac Arrhythmias

Patients Requiring Electrophysiology Evaluation

Patients Requiring Cardiovascular Follow-Up Care

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide Inpatient and Outpatient Cardiology Care

Evaluate Patients With Cardiovascular Conditions

Perform Comprehensive History and Physical Examinations

Conduct Inpatient Rounding and Admissions

Develop Individualized Cardiovascular Treatment Plans

Assess and Manage Electrophysiology-Related Conditions

Monitor Patient Progress and Treatment Responses

Order and Interpret Diagnostic Studies Within Scope

Coordinate Patient Care With Cardiology Teams

Provide Follow-Up Care and Patient Education

Manage Assigned Patients Independently

Maintain Accurate Documentation in Epic

Clinical Environment / Support

Acute Care Hospital

245 Inpatient Beds

Inpatient and Outpatient Cardiology Services

Electrophysiology-Focused Practice

Independent NP Coverage

Clinic and Hospital Privileges

Epic EMR

No Call Responsibilities

Requirements

Active Washington Nurse Practitioner / ARNP License – Required

Cardiology / Electrophysiology Clinical Experience – Preferred

At Least 2 Years of Clinical Experience in Cardiology or Electrophysiology – Preferred

BLS Certification – Required

ACLS Certification – Required

Certifications Must Be Issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, as Applicable

Epic EMR Experience – Required

Ability to Practice Independently

Experience With Inpatient Rounding and Admissions

Comfortable Providing Adult Cardiovascular Care

Active Washington License Required at Submission

Compact RN License (NLC) Not Accepted

Influenza Vaccination Required, With Medical or Religious Exemptions Permitted

Recent Clinical Practice Requirement:

Candidates must meet at least one of the following:

Minimum 12 Months of Clinical Practice Within Their ARNP Specialty During the Previous 5 Years

Graduation From an Accredited Program Within the Previous 12 Months