Monitor Technician

Catholic Health•West Islip, NY

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Department at Good Samaritan is known for having a positive culture and team-oriented environment amongst our staff to provide an amazing opportunity for a Nurse to make an impact while being properly supported by the leadership Team. Our culture provides you with the support and teamwork necessary to excel in our fast-paced, innovative, and high-tech Emergency Department. The collective years of experience within the walls of our ED creates an environment of innovation, collaboration and teamwork. Our commitment to ongoing education and training elevates our nursing practice to ensure the highest quality outcomes for our patients. Come join our team and our GSUH ED family!

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Paramedic or EMT CC preferred program or NA/MA certification or equivalent experience with the ability to read to telemetry monitors
Knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience preferred; Basic knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy; Strong communication skills, flexibility, and ability to prioritize work
Current BLS

Responsibilities

Appropriately performs EKG's-will assist with transporting, lifting, pulling, boosting patient up to 50 lbs. for patient positioning while using proper body mechanics.
Monitor technician will place patient on cardiac monitor. This will require bending/lifting and reaching arms above head to bedside and central station monitoring equipment.
Maintains and cleans department equipment and supplies to appropriately monitor patient and maintains current knowledge of ED technology.
Completes STAT orders in a timely manner
Observes, interprets, reports and assists immediately for any changes in cardiac rhythms (irregular heartbeats, arrhythmias, Cardiac arrest) Changes are to be reported to the RN and Physician/APP.
Troubleshoot alarms at central alarm station and at bedside to adjust if indicated, with consultation of nursing &/or physician.
Appropriately documents and updates patient information into central monitoring station using two patient identifiers. Records rhythms for review and documents in the EMR. Reports any necessary equipment repairs in a timely manner
Remains at central monitoring station unless otherwise directed by Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager or designee
Assisting with the training of new staff in medical monitoring systems.
Technician will assist with the overall ED flow and provide excellent customer service to create a positive patient experience for the ED patients.
Ability to remain calm in high stress situations and use proper communication skills