MONITOR TECH, FWBH - TELEMETRY MONITORING

Froedtert•West Bend, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Monitor Tech observes and records patients’ heart rhythms and responds to them. The role answers patient call lights through an intercom system and pages messages to caregivers, along with performing other assigned duties. The Monitor Tech may also function as a Nursing Assistant under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse. In that capacity, the Nursing Assistant provides age-appropriate care in a culturally and ethically sensitive manner and assists patients with activities of daily living. The position reports to the Nurse Manager of the assigned unit and to the RNs on duty during each assigned shift. This is an onsite, part-time position at Froedtert West Bend Hospital in West Bend, Wisconsin, with an FTE of 0.5 and 20 standard hours. It includes second-shift work, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

Completion of a certified nursing assistant program, or two years of experience as a Monitor Technician in lieu of the program.
Successful completion of a Cardiac Rhythm certification program and orientation to the monitor room; experienced Monitor Technicians may complete a paper rhythm test for competency.
Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally and in writing.
State of Wisconsin Nursing Assistant Certification.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS), or an AHA-approved equivalent, within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe and record patients’ heart rhythms and respond to them.
Answer patient call lights through an intercom system and page messages to the caregiver.
When functioning as a Nursing Assistant, provide age-appropriate care in a culturally and ethically sensitive manner under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.
Assist patients with tasks related to activities of daily living.
Perform other duties as assigned.