Telemetry Technician, Telemetry Services

RWJBarnabas Health•Elizabeth, NJ

43d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Telemetry Technician oversees and interprets the cardiac monitor for arrhythmias and changes in heart rhythm. The Telemetry Technician documents patient monitoring data that include rhythm strips and measurements, reports abnormal rhythm or rate, changes in rhythm, applies the telemetry leads accurately, and is able to perform EKG. The Telemetry Technician provides updates of telemetry readings, ensures that the telemetry equipment is functioning well, cleans the tele, troubleshoots and maintains it to prevent malfunctions. The Telemetry Unit is a 38-bed, team-oriented unit that provides a wide variety of Medical/Surgical and diagnostic services to a diverse cardiac population i.e. congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease, respiratory compromise and dysrhythmias.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED
Completion of a cardiovascular technology course or successful completion of a telemetry/monitor technician course
Must have the ability to examine heartbeat patterns, noting heartbeat irregularities in real time and ensuring the heart monitors are functioning correctly
Basic Life Support(BLS) through the American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

At least one year of telemetry/monitoring work experience

Responsibilities

Promotes and implements the concept of patient and family-centered care. Promotes a compassionate and supportive environment
Observes and reports to the Registered Nurse patient's response to intervention/treatments. Knows how to activate code system. Gives report on cardiac rhythm to physicians and RN as request. Gives report to oncoming telemetry technician or relief RN. Reports to RN all rhythm changes; also physicians if available. Consults with RN when in doubt of rhythm.
Communicates and records pertinent information to appropriate individuals. Record vital signs and bedside glucose testing results. Documents accurately and legibly on appropriate records. Collects specimens; labels accurately and ensures delivery to appropriate department
Prepares patient for monitoring using proper techniques in electrode placement. Removes and discontinues telemetry transmitter from patients being discharged or transferred
Cleans and disinfects equipment following procedures as assigned. Orders all supplies needed from the storeroom and central supply. Stocks all supplies in appropriate locations and reports all shortages to the charge nurse
May work in areas where medications are stored. This includes checking for expiration dates for kits, trays with meds, IV fluids, needles, etc. rotating and stocking other supplies. Occasionally, transporting the tray/kit for the nurse or physician to provide patient care
Maintains inventory of telemetry transmitters each shift. Run, interpret, and post EKG strips within 3 hours of start of shift. Maintain integrity of telemetry packs (wires, batteries, covers)
Provides and maintains a safe environment and performs proper surveillance for the prevention of falls for patients at risk. Identifies equipment problems and contacts appropriate departments for repair/replacement
Attends meetings and departmental programs as requested. Participates in inter and intra-departmental activities
Maintains adequate coverage of monitors at all times. Maintains alarms on at all times. Completes all monitoring activities by the end of the shift. Completes documentation on telemetry mount sheets each shift. Makes rounds to verify patient status every two hours and PRN
Greets and assists physicians, hospital staff, patients and visitors with questions. Answers phone in a courteous manner
Perform other duties as directed

Benefits

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

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