Monitor Technician (PRN) - Seacoast
About The Position
Supports the nursing process through the consent of the cardiac rhythm of patients assigned to telemetry monitoring. Monitor the patient's EKG rhythms, alerting the Nurse to changes in cardiac rate of rhythm. Document EKG rhythms for patients assigned on the medical record, or other records. Maintain monitoring equipment in good working order. Monitor patients via remote monitoring Redirect patients to keep free from falls Recognize lethal and life-threatening arrhythmias and respond appropriately. Demonstrates competency in, but not limited to, the following on the Telemetry Unit (refer to McLeod Health Organizational Learning Competency Checklist): Assigned Access Control Applications Emergency Management Environment Safety Infection Control/Precautions Communication Procedures Provide an environment that demonstrates caring, compassion, and respect for all patients, families, and visitors. Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Completion of an EKG course required
- High School/Ged
Responsibilities
- Supports the nursing process through the consent of the cardiac rhythm of patients assigned to telemetry monitoring.
- Monitor the patient's EKG rhythms, alerting the Nurse to changes in cardiac rate of rhythm.
- Document EKG rhythms for patients assigned on the medical record, or other records.
- Maintain monitoring equipment in good working order.
- Monitor patients via remote monitoring
- Redirect patients to keep free from falls
- Recognize lethal and life-threatening arrhythmias and respond appropriately.
- Demonstrates competency in, but not limited to, the following on the Telemetry Unit (refer to McLeod Health Organizational Learning Competency Checklist): Assigned Access Control Applications Emergency Management Environment Safety Infection Control/Precautions Communication Procedures
- Provide an environment that demonstrates caring, compassion, and respect for all patients, families, and visitors.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
