Tele Tech- PRN med surg

Job Details: Job Location: Artesia

• Artesia, NM, Position Type: PRN, Education Level: High School Diploma / GED, Salary Range: $18.02 - $22.99Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Clinical Support, Job Summary: Responsible for operation of central monitor station in Med. Surg/PCU. Continuous observation of all patient parameters for patients on telemetry throughout the hospital including the ER. Reporting of patient changes to the responsible nurse and/or physician Essential Values-Based, Leadership and Management Competencies: Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital Servant Leadership: Demonstrates competence in serving others and prioritizing their needs. Excellence: Demonstrates competence in striving for the highest quality in all aspects of work. Respect: Demonstrates competence in respecting others and valuing their contributions. Virtuousness: Demonstrates competence in maintaining high ethical standards and integrity. Innovation: Demonstrates competence in embracing new ideas and technologies to improve healthcare. Community: Demonstrates competence in fostering a sense of community and collaboration.

Education

Demonstrates competence in promoting continuous learning and development.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee cardiac monitoring of all patients by maintaining operation of the central monitoring station and monitoring software systems. Tasked with preparing, maintaining, and interpreting telemetry waveform data. Monitors patients and collects information with regards to observing and interpreting cardiac rhythms that need to be documented in the medical record.

Maintain constant communication with nursing staff/providers regarding patient cardiac rhythms and changes in cardiac rhythm status. Maintain proper documentation in accordance with department and facility standards and requirements of regulatory bodies. Perform basic clerical duties as required. Ensure cleanliness of unit, compliant with infection control and equipment is working properly ensures monitor alarms are “on” when patient is on unit.

Must possess troubleshooting skills to recognize monitoring the problems, identify probable causes, and seek solutions to correct the problem. Inventory and maintain supplies and equipment as needed. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: As assigned. KNOWLEDGE/SKILL/ABILITIES: Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Information Management: Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security. Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety: Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations. MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Education – High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Experience – More than one year in an acute or long-term care setting preferred. Training – Must have knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology and in-depth knowledge of cardiac electrophysiology and interpretation of cardiac arrhythmias. License/Certification – Monitor Technician Course preferred. Current BLS required.

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