Monitor Tech - Central Monitoring Unit (Days)

Tanner Health System•Carrollton, GA

34d

About The Position

The Monitor Technician is responsible issuing telemetry units, for continuous monitoring of all telemetry patients, discontinuation of telemetry when ordered, and the clerical steps involved in the telemetry process.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
No prior work experience required
None
On the job training and attendance at rhythm interpretation class with testing to verify proficiency.
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills for documentation and patient, family and staff interactions to convey clear concise instructions and to accept information in order to understand and make decisions.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with rhythm interpretation preferred.

Responsibilities

Issuing telemetry units
Continuous monitoring of all telemetry patients
Discontinuation of telemetry when ordered
Clerical steps involved in the telemetry process
Demonstrate the ability to communicate and work effectively with others to promote safe, efficient care
Exhibit the Tanner Standards of Behavior
Maintain confidentiality in compliance with the standards and policy for Private Medical Record
Communicate with patients, visitors and families in a manner which promotes patient satisfaction
Responsible for documentation of patient care in compliance with policy and standards
Knowledgeable in the review of data within the electronic record
Knowledgeable in the management of orders utilizing the Provider Order Management system
Responsibly manages resources in a conscientious manner
Participates in the cleaning and storage of equipment in compliance with Infection Prevention standards
Participates in process improvement initiatives for the department and facility as directed
Responsible for knowledge of policies & procedures and Standards related to the provision of safe medical care: including TJC, , Infection Prevention, EMTALA, CMS
Responsible for completion of required facility and departmental education under the direction of the department manager ( to include Net Learning, Skills Competency Review, and BLS
Issues/discontinues telemetry--makes appropriate changes in computer regarding patient status
Effectively understands and operates monitoring equipment used routinely in the telemetry process
Recognizes normal and abnormal rhythms
Demonstrates appropriate actions for abnormal rhythms
Verifies telemetry batteries charge prior to use
Appropriately notifies nursing personnel of any changes in patient's rhythm or telemetry reception
Utilizes proper channels of communication in the event of life-threatening arrhythmias ( Dr Heart, Code Blue)
Appropriately provides evaluation and documentation of rhythm including PR interval, QRS duration, QT interval, rate and rhythm interpretation every 8 hours and PRN for change in rhythm or reported condition
Demonstrates the ability to work safely with limited supervision
Demonstrates knowledge related to age appropriate normal / abnormal in the interpretation of ECG
Instruct new employees and other personnel on correct work routines according to hospital policy and procedure
Detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline