What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Monitor Technician - Per Diem position at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic?
Employment Type
Part time
Shift
Rotating Shift
Description
Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for an experienced Cardiac Monitor Tech to join our team!
Schedule: Per Diem, 12 hour shifts, mixed, Every other weekend and rotating holidays
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Monitor Technician is responsible for constant observation of the cardiac monitors and prompt notification to the RN regarding any changes in rhythms. He/she is also responsible for the interpretation and documentation of the rhythm strips.
Responsibilities Include
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Part time
Shift
Rotating Shift
Description
Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is looking for an experienced Cardiac Monitor Tech to join our team!
Schedule: Per Diem, 12 hour shifts, mixed, Every other weekend and rotating holidays
Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Monitor Technician is responsible for constant observation of the cardiac monitors and prompt notification to the RN regarding any changes in rhythms. He/she is also responsible for the interpretation and documentation of the rhythm strips.
Responsibilities Include
- Monitors central station monitors
- Demonstrates ability to operate monitoring equipment.
- Demonstrates ability to trouble shoot equipment including faulty leads and battery function.
- Initiates and discontinues telemetry on admission, transfer and discharge of patient.
- Measures and documents per unit protocol
- Interprets the monitored rhythm
- Notifies the nursing staff of any rhythm disturbance or changes in patient rhythm
- Prints strips with changes in patient’s rhythm.
- Reviews alarm history per unit protocol
- Appropriately posts patients off the unit
- Cleans wires and telepacks
- Monitors telemetry supplies and equipment.
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations
- Performs EKG’s.
- Attends Annual Skills Fair.
- High School Graduate Required
- Successful completion of Monitor Technician Class preferred
- Previous Monitor Tech experience preferred
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.