Monitor Tech

BHS•Lexington, KY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Monitor Technician provides continuous observation and interpretation of cardiac rhythms with documentation and communication of pertinent arrhythmias and changes in rate, rhythm, NBP, and/or oxygen saturation to nurse responsible. Observes cardiac monitor, oxygen saturation and Blood pressure. Maintains equipment and supplies. Documents and communicate information regarding patient rhythms and Oxygen saturations, and blood pressure. Responsible for identification of patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline and reporting on the condition of patient/client to the appropriate supervisor or other health care team members. Responsible for assisting providers with cardiac monitoring, therapeutic measures, and procedures related to cardiac monitoring.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Less than one year's experience.
RN License, LPN, prior monitor tech experience (substitute for degree)
Dysrhythmia courses are completed during orientation and recertified annually.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.

Responsibilities

Provides continuous observation and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
Documents and communicates pertinent arrhythmias and changes in rate, rhythm, NBP, and/or oxygen saturation to the nurse responsible.
Observes cardiac monitor, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure.
Maintains equipment and supplies.
Documents and communicates information regarding patient rhythms, oxygen saturations, and blood pressure.
Identifies patient arrhythmias, abnormalities, or significant changes from baseline and reports on the condition of the patient/client to the appropriate supervisor or other health care team members.
Assists providers with cardiac monitoring, therapeutic measures, and procedures related to cardiac monitoring.