Monitor Technician & Nurse Assistant, Telemetry

Sutter Health•Modesto, CA

1d•$26 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN), this position performs routine patient care, support, and services. This includes the accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms of an assigned patient population through continuous cardiac monitoring surveillance within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. The role integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. The position exercises sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent education/experience
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
EKG-Technician OR CCT (CCI) - Certified Cardiographic Technician OR CRAT (CCI) - Cardiac Rhythm Analysis Technician
Demonstrated understanding of the heart's electrical system and ability to differentiate EKG rhythms
Demonstrated knowledge of basic patient care skills, various medical terminology, views, and equipment.
Advanced knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and related information systems.
Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other personnel.

Responsibilities

Accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms of an assigned patient population through continuous cardiac monitoring surveillance within established standards of care, policies, and procedures.
Perform routine patient care, support, and services.
Integrate education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers.
Exercise sound judgment and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner.
Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety.
Recognize an emergency situation and take appropriate action.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.