Autoimmune disorders: Diseases in which the immune system attacks the bodyâs own tissues can lead to nerve damage. 1  This can include disorders such as systemic lupus erythematosus, SjÃ¶grenâs, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
Educational Requirements. A cardiac nurse is an advanced practice nurse practitioner or clinical nurse specialist who possesses a graduate-level degree in nursing. Many cardiac nurses possess masterâs degrees in nursing and then go on to receive a post-masterâs certificate in their cardiovascular specialty.
Use of the Impella 2.5 in High-Risk Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Brenda McCulloch, RN, MSN Brenda McCulloch is a cardiovascular clinical nurse specialist at Sutter Heart and Vascular Institute, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, California