NUS Monitor Tech-Ocean-Med/Surg-Full Time-Nights-Benefits

Hackensack Meridian Health•Brick, NJ

54d•Onsite

About The Position

At Hackensack Meridian Health, team members are valued for their connection and collaboration, contributing to a culture that helps patients live healthier lives. The organization is committed to transforming healthcare and serving as a leader of positive change. A NUS Monitor Technician plays a crucial role in this mission by performing clerical duties related to patient admission, discharge, and documentation, while also monitoring patient heart rhythms and ensuring efficient department operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma Or General Equivalent Diploma Required
Successful completion of the Hackensack Meridian Health Monitor Tech Exam is required
BLS/CPR certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required
Computer, order entry, basic Microsoft office, and excellent communication skills required.
Must enjoy working with patients and families.
Must be flexible and able to rapidly adjust to changes in census.
Ability to accept responsibility for accuracy and response times to emergent and non-emergent requests.

Nice To Haves

Nursing Unit Secretary work experiences in department-Hospital Setting is strongly desired
Current & Active NUS Monitor Tech work experience strongly desired
Knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology of the heart is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Performing clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information while prioritizing and organizing work assignments based on changing needs and situations in the department
Greeting patients and families. Assisting them in filling out necessary forms and paperwork.
Completing admission and discharge paper work and file processing
Developing a rapport and cooperative relationship with nursing and clinical staff and responding to questions/requests from healthcare providers
Organizing and filing medical information appropriately
Answering the phones and call bell and communicating clearly when receiving information from other units, physicians and/or guests
Safeguarding sensitive medical information and practicing strict procedures in handling confidentiality of data pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors
Measuring and interpreting patient’s heart rhythm and documents on patient record per departmental standards. Uses clear and complete communication with unit personnel when delivering information about changes in patient rhythm
Adhering to confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patients, clinicians, employees, and visitors.
Completing other/varied tasks as necessary to ensure the efficient operation of the department.