Monitor Technician 3W Progressive Care Unit FT Days

Description The Monitor Technician works cooperatively with all members of the health care team in performing clerical and receptionist duties and assists clinical personnel with nonclinical duties. Core Competencies Acts as a resource for patients and family/visitorsAddresses administrative needs in a respectful and caring mannerAdheres to infection preventionAdheres to policies and procedures, to ensure safe and optimal careAssists in providing patient comfort and safetyCommunicates effectively with the patient, family, and medical staff during the continuum of careComplies with Joint Commission’s national patient safety goalsComplies with organizational quality dashboard/benchmarking goalsIdentifies common variables affecting patient care and follows reporting processMaintains cooperative working relationships with members of the hospital teamParticipates in activities in alignment with the Magnet ModelParticipates in organizational activitiesReports matters requiring Nursing intervention immediatelySupports patient care within scope of a practice as directed by other members of the healthcare teamUtilizes resources in an economical manner Department Specific Competencies Notifies RN of the EKG and any alert regarding critical results.Recognizes basic cardiac rhythms including EKG changes of acute MI, V TACH, V Fib or heart block and provides intervention as indicated. License / Certification Requirements Basic arrhythmia and/or 12-lead ECG course or equivalent work experience BCLS or ACLS Certification Compensation Range $25.00 - $29.03 / Hour