Monitor EKG Technician - Central Monitoring

Owensboro Health•Owensboro, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor EKG Technician performs continuous observation of monitors for assigned patient groups, averaging 64–72 monitors. Monitoring includes critical care, cardiac medical/surgical, interventional platform, remote monitoring for other areas, and apnea monitoring for the family care unit. The technician also performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs) and provides related patient education. This role monitors and documents cardiac rhythms, responds to clinically significant alarms, adjusts alarm settings according to orders and protocols, and communicates findings to appropriate nursing staff. It also performs, processes, and documents EKGs; monitors patients during procedures; maintains monitoring equipment and supplies; and completes related administrative duties. Training relevant to the population served is provided based on the scope of care of the service assignment.

Requirements

Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
BLS certification as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider is required within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma, GED, or higher is preferred.

Responsibilities

Continuously observe monitors for assigned patient groups, averaging 64–72 monitors, including critical care, cardiac medical/surgical, interventional platform, remote monitoring, and family care unit apnea monitoring.
Monitor and communicate changes in cardiac rhythm.
Interpret and document rhythm, heart rate, and appropriate measurements in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Identify normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms and rates.
Respond to clinically significant cardiac rhythms or rate disturbances by assessing alarms and equipment and promptly notifying appropriate nursing staff.
Determine, review, and revise alarm settings based on physician orders and/or telemetry protocols and policies.
Recognize artifacts in tracings, take appropriate corrective action, and notify appropriate nursing staff in a timely manner.
Attach electrode leads to appropriate body areas based on ordered tests and prepare skin and surroundings to ensure valid results.
Obtain and document EKG readings as directed.
Program, monitor, and register patients online according to the ordered monitor.
Monitor patients during procedures and report abnormal findings.
Note and forward results to physicians for analysis and interpretation.
Monitor and process EKGs in the EKG software and EMR.
Run at least one six-second strip per shift and when significant changes in rhythm, rate, or conduction occur, and/or as required by policy.
Scan appropriate strips into the EMR according to policy.
Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Maintain medical equipment and supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
Troubleshoot alarms, monitors, batteries, and equipment problems.
Perform assigned administrative or clerical duties, including filing and data entry.
Adhere to organizational policies and perform work consistent with compliance, safety, and high-reliability expectations.