Monitor Tech-Nurse Assistant Cardiac Telemetry

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

18h

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the Monitor Tech-Nurse Assistant performs routine patient care, support, and services. The role includes continuous cardiac monitoring surveillance and accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms for an assigned patient population, in accordance with established standards of care, policies, and procedures. The position applies education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers. It uses sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner, while adhering to local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety. The role is a full-time, non-exempt position with 12-hour night shifts, 36 weekly hours, variable days, and every-other-weekend requirements. The position is located with MMC-Memorial Medical Center. Employees may handle hazardous or potentially hazardous drugs as part of their work, in accordance with NIOSH and USP 800 guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent education or experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
One of the following department-required credentials upon hire: EKG Technician, CCT (CCI) – Certified Cardiographic Technician, or CRAT (CCI) – Cardiac Rhythm Analysis Technician.
Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, medical terminology, medical views, and equipment.
Written and verbal communication skills for communicating with team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
Ability to interpret information and instructions presented in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to meet objectives and deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members.

Responsibilities

Perform routine patient care, support, and services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
Conduct continuous cardiac monitoring surveillance and accurately interpret cardiac rhythms for an assigned patient population.
Use patient interaction skills to gain the confidence and cooperation of patients, their families or support groups, and other healthcare providers.
Apply sound judgment and clinical skills to support the patient’s plan of care in a timely manner.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action.
Protect the privacy of each patient’s protected health information.