Unit Assistant II - Per Diem - Telemetry Heart Center

Salinas Valley Health•Salinas, CA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This position works under the supervision of the Department Manager/Charge Nurse and is assigned to one of two primary functions within the Heart Center. The Unit Assistant II is required to maintain competency for both functions. Assignment one involves monitoring telemetry patients at the Central Monitoring Station, recognizing rhythm abnormalities, and escalating according to policy. Assignment two involves managing the clerical duties associated with preparing, compiling, and monitoring patient records on a Clinical Nursing unit. Floating within unit groupings or outside of job class will be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The role utilizes positive communication skills and demonstrates the ability to communicate appropriately with all age groups 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.