Acute Care Tech I- Telemetry Unit

TriHealth

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The 4100 Telemetry Unit at Bethesda North Hospital is a 38-bed stroke-certified unit specializing in the care of patients with complex cardiovascular and neurovascular conditions. As part of the TriHealth system, the unit offers comprehensive care for individuals with arrhythmias, heart failure (with an upcoming LVAD program), and those undergoing procedures such as pre/post cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology interventions, and structural heart procedures including WATCHMAN and MitraClip. 4100 Telemetry Unit focuses on chronic heart conditions (Congestive Heart Failure, early LVAD potential). Our team of highly trained nurses and clinicians provide continuous monitoring and specialized care for NSTEMI patients, heart failure management, and post-procedural recovery. With a focus on advanced electrophysiology, we care for patients requiring pacemakers, ablations, and defibrillators. The 4100 Tele Unit takes pride in delivering evidence-based, compassionate care, ensuring the best outcomes through our commitment to patient-centered treatment and the latest medical technologies. 4100 Tele Unit works extremely close with our ICUs and is a great pathway to grow in Critical care. We are a collaborative team dedicated to supporting patients through every phase of their cardiac and neurovascular journey, with an emphasis on safety, recovery, and quality of life Job Overview: Provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse. May perform non-direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed including but not limited to stocking and clerical activities.

Requirements

2 years High School Education
Age 17 with work permit
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

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.