Monitor Technician, Monitoring Central Telemetry - PRN

Summary:

The technician assumes the responsibilities for constant electro-cardiographic monitoring with rapid, accurate notification of questionable patterns, and provides accurate documentation of information obtained from the cardiac monitoring equipment. Involves provision of patient care/service to older adolescent, young adult, adult, and geriatric patients.
Responsibilities:

* Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
* Patient Monitoring
* Monitors ECG rhythms
* After receiving report, watches cardiac monitors constantly and reports immediately to the appropriate RN any changes in rhythm or exceeding alarms parameters.* Enters patient information and approved into central monitor.
* Sets and maintains alarm limits according to policy.
* Discharges patient as approved by the RN
* Monitoring Equipment Maintenance
* Assures that all monitoring equipment is clean and stored in their proper place.
* Uses equipment and supplies with proper care at all times. Demonstrates proper knowledge of equipment function and supplies
* Reports malfunctioning equipment to the charge nurse and clinical equipment department.
* Takes responsibility for procurement of new supplies and informs Unit Director of supply needs as they occur.
* Communication
* Punctually gives/receives report on assigned patients. Report includes current information displayed on screen and arrhythmia analysis/history of each patient.
* Give a brief and accurate summary to the Charge Nurse of the patient's status hourly.
* Maintains a cooperative relationship with the medical staff.
* Assists the nurse in informing physician of patient ECG history.
* Accepts re-assignments and functions productively when reassigned.
* Answers phone quietly, quickly, and respectfully at all times. Accurately relays messages.
* Notifies RN of any dysrhythmia.
* Encourages direct discussion between staff members when differences occur and seeks assistance to arbitrate differences as needed.
* Gives and accepts constructive feedback appropriately.
* Identifies actual and potentially unsafe patient care practices, reports them in the designated manner, and suggests alternatives.
* Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

A. Education/Skills

* High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

* Successful completion of Monitor Tech course preferred.

B. Experience

* Previous hospital clerical experience or equivalent training or education preferred.

C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

* EKG within 90 days of hire/transfer date is required.

Work Schedule:

TBD

Work Type:

Per Diem As Needed