Monitor Technician & Nurse Assistant - Float Pool
About The Position
Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN), the Monitor Technician & Nurse Assistant performs routine patient care, support, and services. The role includes continuously monitoring an assigned patient population and accurately interpreting cardiac rhythms according to 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 following local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education/experience.
- BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
- Must have one of the following 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, 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 data and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including handling multiple tasks amid interruptions.
- Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine patient care, support, and services under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
- Continuously monitor an assigned patient population and accurately interpret cardiac rhythms.
- 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 regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure patient privacy and safety.
- Recognize emergency situations and take appropriate action.
- Prioritize assignments, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
- Protect each patient's protected health information (PHI).
- Build collaborative relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
