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.
The role of a cardiac OR nurse, while highly specialized, is a very different skill set than what is required of an NP. As far as just being trained as a heart nurse in the OR with out any other responsibilities, I'm not aware of any reason or programs for training OR staff this way.