Clerical Team Member/MT/Virtual Sitter, Centralized Patient Monitoring, Part-Time, (36 Hour Week), Nights

MarinHealth • Kentfield, CA

222d • $34 - $47

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to perform cardiac monitoring duties and monitor patients identified as a risk for falls from a remote location in a critical care nursing department and/or unit. Incumbents are distinguished by the specialized duties they perform in the critical care environment related to arrhythmia interpretation and clinical monitoring/alarm safety and monitoring patients for falls. In addition to these specialized duties and responsibilities, typical responsibilities include forms management and inter/intra-departmental communications.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.
• 2 years' experience in healthcare.
• Completion of EKG Monitoring Class.
• Integrative Agitation Management (IAM) required within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers.
• Demonstrated knowledge in arrhythmia interpretation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac monitoring duties.
• Monitor patients identified as a risk for falls from a remote location.
• Interpret arrhythmias and ensure clinical monitoring/alarm safety.
• Manage forms and facilitate inter/intra-departmental communications.
• Obtain verbal reports from the patient's nurse regarding care needs and special considerations.
• Ensure complete visualization of the patient via remote monitoring equipment.
• Follow instructions from the RN regarding patient ambulation limitations.
• Observe patient activity and behavior, redirecting as needed.
• Notify floor staff of the need for physical intervention when necessary.
• Identify safety risks and communicate the need for assistance.
• Offer support and feedback to peers and staff.
• Comply with all hospital rules, regulations, and nursing standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED