| Aspect | Per Diem Pacemaker Nurse | Per Diem Cardiac Nurse |
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| Certifications | RN license, possibly specialized in cardiac or electrophysiology | RN license, with cardiac or critical care certification |
| Work Environment | Electrophysiology labs, hospitals, outpatient clinics | Cardiac units, ICU, emergency departments |
| Job Focus | Monitoring and managing pacemaker patients, device troubleshooting | General cardiac patient care, including post-op and critical care |
Per Diem Pacemaker Nurses specialize in caring for patients with pacemakers, focusing on device management and troubleshooting. Per Diem Cardiac Nurses provide broader cardiac care across various settings. While both roles require cardiac nursing skills, the Pacemaker Nurse has a more specific focus on device-related patient needs.