Position Summary

 

The Cardiac Monitor Technician, under the direction of the Charge Nurse/Nurse Manager, provides continual monitoring of the patient's heart rate and rhythm, daily maintenance of the telemetry equipment. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Performs tasks related to the monitoring of heart rates and rhythms.

      

Minimum Requirements

 

Education         

High School Graduate or equivalent

 

Experience        

One-year acute care experience Must be able to read, write and speak English Fluently

 

License/Registration/Certifications             

BLS Certificate for successful completion of the arrhythmia course

 

Preferred Requirements

 

Preferred Education     

N/A

 

Preferred Experience    

N/A

 

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications             

N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

Performs Secretary Duties Basic Computer Skills Knowledgeable in use of and response to Code Alert Identifies areas for improvement and seeks ways to work on self-defined weaknesses Remains committed to unit, department, and division goals Attends continuing education classes for improvement offered at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. Reports risk management concerns to appropriate person Adheres to proper chain of command. Serve as an information resource for staff Maintains visual checks on monitors constantly until relieved by a qualified person. Monitors are observed continuously, and the patient’s rhythm is documented on flow sheet every eight (8) hours to include date, time, rate, rhythm, PR interval, QRS duration, rhythm interpretation, ST analysis. Assures that alarms are maintained in the “ON” position at all times. Reports mechanical difficulties to the appropriate person and follows up as necessary. Reports any life-threatening rhythms or rhythms of significant change immediately to the nurse. Notifies RN promptly when procedures are performed, i.e., removal of epicardial wires, pacemaker interrogation, etc. Ensure individual telemetry units are cleaned after each use. Admit and discharge patients from system in a timely manner. Ensures proper disposition of competed  flowsheets  and any other patient records Maintains adequate supply of monitoring equipment. Routinely reviews rhythm strips and the patient’s condition with the nurse in a timely manner. Other Duties as assigned