Monitor Tech - Central Telemetry

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.

MAJOR JOB 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.

JOB STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS

* 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.

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

Work Schedule:

MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE

Work Type:

Full Time