Nursing Monitor Technician I Telemetry Full-time 12 hr Nights
Nursing Monitor Technician I Telemetry Full-time 12 hr Nights
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Nursing Monitor Technician I Telemetry Fulltime 12 hr. Nights WinstonSalem
JOB SUMMARY: Provides accurate cardiac rhythm surveillance through continuous monitoring of pediatric and/or adult telemetry patients. A standard procedure for rhythm observation and documentation is utilized which contributes to positive patient outcomes for cardiac monitored patients.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or GED equivalent. Successful completion of an approved dysrhythmia course during first week of hire and must pass dysrhythmia test during first week of orientation. Previous monitor technician and clerical experience preferred.
LICENSURE CERTIFICATION and/or REGISTRATION: N/A
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Ensures continuous telemetry monitoring is established and documentation is maintained. 2. Ensures monitoring equipment is functioning correctly. 3. Ensures dysrhythmias or rhythm changes are communicated timely. 4. Maintains knowledge and skills related to dysrhythmia monitoring. 5. Participates in quality improvement projects. 6. Supports provision of age/developmental appropriate care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the age groups served. 7. Promotes efficient use of fiscal resources.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of various dysrhythmias Knowledge of medical terminology Basic computer skills Strong communication skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Contact with patients family members visitors coworkers and medical staff under a wide variety of circumstances Regular exposure to the risk of bloodborne diseases infectious and contagious diseases Moderate to high levels of stress Moderate noise environment Exposure to cleaning agents Exposure to hazards from electrical equipment Handles emergency or crisis situations Subject to many interruptions Clean welllit and comfortable climate
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 0 35 65 to to toN/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting carrying pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
