What are the responsibilities and job description for the Monitor Technician - Visual Surveillance Program position at ECU Health?
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the monitoring of cardiac rhythms, documentation, and notifying primary nurse of abnormal rhythms. Responsible for desk functions, answering telephone and patient call system, replenishing charts, etc. If certified as a Nursing Assistant, may work in this capacity when the telemetry census is two or less, in absence of scheduled Nursing Assistant. Modifies and delivers care that is specific to the age, growth, and level of development of patients including adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
The secretarial duties are an integral part of the nursing unit, being involved in patient care and documentation of patient care. While not directly responsible for care of the patient, the Unit Secretary is responsible for assuring patient care is accomplished. Responsible for all general duties and is the pivot person in communications.
The Monitor Tech is accountable to and evaluated by the Nurse Manager.
Minimum Requirements
AHA Heartsaver required.
AHA BLS may be substituted for HeartSaver
Medical terminology course required or demonstrated competency
Completion of an EKG Interpretation course
High School Diploma or equivalent GED
Pay Range
$16.00 - $21.97
ECU Health
About ECU Health North Hospital
ECU Health North Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited, 204-bed acute bed facility serving Halifax, Northampton and Warren counties in the north-central region of North Carolina. Its service area also reaches into southern Virginia. With more than 800 team members, the hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical services. It features a 24-hour emergency department and offers advanced diagnostics as well as specialty and primary care.
General Statement
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
This position is responsible for the monitoring of cardiac rhythms, documentation, and notifying primary nurse of abnormal rhythms. Responsible for desk functions, answering telephone and patient call system, replenishing charts, etc. If certified as a Nursing Assistant, may work in this capacity when the telemetry census is two or less, in absence of scheduled Nursing Assistant. Modifies and delivers care that is specific to the age, growth, and level of development of patients including adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
The secretarial duties are an integral part of the nursing unit, being involved in patient care and documentation of patient care. While not directly responsible for care of the patient, the Unit Secretary is responsible for assuring patient care is accomplished. Responsible for all general duties and is the pivot person in communications.
The Monitor Tech is accountable to and evaluated by the Nurse Manager.
Minimum Requirements
AHA Heartsaver required.
AHA BLS may be substituted for HeartSaver
Medical terminology course required or demonstrated competency
Completion of an EKG Interpretation course
High School Diploma or equivalent GED
Pay Range
$16.00 - $21.97
ECU Health
About ECU Health North Hospital
ECU Health North Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited, 204-bed acute bed facility serving Halifax, Northampton and Warren counties in the north-central region of North Carolina. Its service area also reaches into southern Virginia. With more than 800 team members, the hospital offers a broad range of medical and surgical services. It features a 24-hour emergency department and offers advanced diagnostics as well as specialty and primary care.
General Statement
It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.
Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.
We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K PlanSalary : $16 - $22