Principal Accountabilities: 

1. Reviews patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances. 

2. Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.

3. Informs supervisor or General Duty Nurse of variances to initiate examination of patient. 

4. Measures length and height of patient's heart rhythm pattern on graphic tape readout, using calipers, and posts information on patient records. 

5. Answers calls for assistance from patients and inquiries concerning patients from medical staff. 

6. Prepares documentation regarding evaluation results, progress reports, and personalized treatment plans. 

7. May perform relevant duties as needed.