Acute Care Tech I– Telemetry Unit

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The 4200 Telemetry Unit is a specialized, stroke-certified unit at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, offering expert care for patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions. This 38-bed unit provides comprehensive treatment for individuals requiring pre/post cardiac catheterization, management of NSTEMI, heart failure, arrhythmias, and those undergoing structural heart procedures such as TAVR, WATCHMAN, and MitraClip. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals is skilled in electrophysiology, caring for patients who need pacemakers, ablations, and defibrillator procedures. 4200 Tele Unit focuses on acute structural heart conditions. With continuous cardiac monitoring, our staff is equipped to manage the complex needs of patients with heart failure, arrhythmias, and other cardiac concerns. As a stroke-certified unit, the 4200 Telemetry Unit also focuses on delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care to optimize recovery and enhance long-term outcomes. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of care, utilizing the latest in medical technology, while offering compassionate support for patients and their families throughout their hospital experience. 4200 Tele Unit works extremely close with our ICUs and is a great pathway to grow in Critical care.

Requirements

2 years High School Education
Age 17 with work permit
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
Ability to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors
Interpersonal skills to communicate with respect and compassion
Ability to communicate information through various telecommunication devices
Assists in coordinating patient flow

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience in a high-acuity Telemetry setting that strengthens clinical skills.
Opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks.
Great pathway to grow in Critical care.

Responsibilities

Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN.
Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained.
Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe.
Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
Completes safety event report as necessary.
Complies with Infection Control policies.
Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
Communicates effectively with others.
Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers.
Reports patient related information in a timely manner.
Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person.
Documents observations and tasks performed.
Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team.
Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities.
Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner.
Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning.
Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.
Acknowledges need for self-growth and accountability.
Identifies area for self-improvement.
Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes.
Supports organizational and unit changes.