Unit Assistant II - Per Diem - Telemetry Heart Center
About The Position
This position works under the supervision of the Department Manager/Charge Nurse in the Heart Center. Unit Assistants II have two primary functions: monitoring telemetry patients at the Central Monitoring Station, recognizing rhythm abnormalities and escalating per policy, or managing the clerical duties associated with patient records on a Clinical Nursing unit. Floating within the unit groupings or outside of job class will be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The role requires utilizing positive communication skills and demonstrating the ability to communicate appropriately to the age of all those served by Salinas Valley Health. Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- A High School diploma or GED required.
- Required to attend and successfully pass the EKG Rhythm recognition course and test.
- Attends EKG Rhythm recognition class and successfully passes the exam upon hire, then maintains competency annually by achieving a passing score of 80% on the recognition test.
Nice To Haves
- Successful completions of Medical Assistant or a Certified Nursing Assistant program preferred.
- One year experience in an acute care facility preferred.
Responsibilities
- Monitors telemetry patient’s cardiac rhythm, blood pressure, SpO2, and respiratory rate while on telemetry/cardiac monitoring.
- Prints rhythm strips every 4 hours for Registered Nurse Interpretation.
- Prints strips for RN review on any critical “Red” alarm per the Cardiac Telemetry Monitoring and Management Policy.
- Maintains patient records.
- Assists with ordering and maintaining department supplies.
- Utilizes positive communication skills to effect conflict resolution and teamwork.
- Maintains and improves organization and operations of nursing stations.
- Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
- Contributes to cost effective patient care by monitoring use of time, equipment and supplies.
- Complies with safety policies and procedures in order to provide a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.
- Demonstrates necessary flexibility in regard to changes in Hospital or department activities.
- Actively participates in achieving departmental goals.
- Applies knowledge of cardiac monitor guidelines.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.00
- Hourly Night Shift Differential: $4.00
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
