What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - Telemetry position at ATC Travelers A?
Position Overview
As a Telemetry Monitor Technician at Sentara Rockingham, you will play a critical role in patient safety and clinical care. You will be responsible for the continuous observation, analysis, and interpretation of cardiac rhythms for patients on telemetry units, ensuring that any dangerous arrhythmias or changes in heart rates are immediately identified and reported to the nursing staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Continuous Monitoring: Observe electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor screens for multiple patients simultaneously.
- Rhythm Analysis: Accurately interpret and document cardiac rhythms, heart rates, and dysrhythmias at designated intervals.
- Alarm Response: Respond promptly to all visual and audible alarms, notifying the primary nurse or rapid response team of life-threatening rhythms or critical changes.
- Documentation: Record rhythm strips and pertinent data into the patient's Electronic Health Record (Epic) accurately and efficiently.
- Equipment Management: Set up, troubleshoot, and maintain telemetry transmitters, lead wires, and bedside monitors. Prepare equipment for new admissions and discharges.
- Communication: Serve as a vital communication link between the monitor station, nursing staff, and physicians.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Successful completion of a formal Basic Arrhythmia/ECG recognition course or demonstrated proficiency upon hire.
- Experience: Previous experience in a hospital, healthcare setting, or monitoring environment is preferred. New graduates with arrhythmia certification are encouraged to apply.
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and strong foundational knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE