Monitor Technician, PRN

Lifepoint Health•Pulaski, TN

50d

About The Position

Join our team at Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Pulaski as a Monitor Technician (PRN) and play an important role in supporting patient care on our Medical-Surgical unit. Under the supervision of the nurse manager or charge nurse, the Monitor Tech performs a variety of clerical and communication duties while continuously observing cardiac rhythms and CareView bed monitors. This role is vital in ensuring patient safety and timely communication with the clinical team.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Strong critical thinking and attention to detail.
Ability to multitask and stay calm in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Computer proficiency; experience with multi-line phone and call systems helpful.
Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Basic Life Support (BLS) – required within 90 days of hire.
Basic Arrhythmia Course – must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or coursework in medical terminology preferred.
Previous healthcare experience (CNA, LPN, EMT, or Paramedic) preferred.
Prior hospital or telemetry monitoring experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Observe and monitor cardiac rhythms; promptly report any rhythm changes to nursing staff.
Assist in observing patients via the CareView Monitoring System; report unassisted movement or safety concerns.
Assign telemetry to patients, verify orders, and ensure all telemetry equipment is properly cleaned, maintained, and documented.
Print rhythm strips, identify and label cardiac rhythms, and file them in patient charts per policy.
Admit, discharge, and transfer patients in both telemetry and CareView systems.
Perform clerical support duties such as answering phones, faxing, copying, and preparing admission/discharge materials.
Respond to patient calls courteously and promptly, notifying nursing staff of needs or concerns.
Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, patients, and families.
Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment.
Participate in hand-off communication and report any high-risk or notable patient activity to oncoming staff.