Nursing Monitor Technician I, Telemetry

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Wake Forest, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Monitor Technician I, Telemetry position at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center is a full-time role within the Telemetry department. This role is responsible for monitoring patient cardiac rhythms and alerting appropriate medical staff to any changes or abnormalities. The position is part of Advocate Health, a large integrated health system known for clinical innovation and comprehensive patient care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Previous experience in telemetry monitoring or a related healthcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmias.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a Nursing Monitor Technician.
• Completion of a telemetry technician course.
• Additional certifications in EKG interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient cardiac rhythms via telemetry.
• Alert appropriate medical staff to changes or abnormalities in cardiac rhythms.
• Document patient monitoring data accurately.
• Respond to alarms and emergencies as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean monitoring environment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• Premium pay for shifts, on-call, etc.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care expenses.
• Adoption assistance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED