Summary

Requisition #:
Entity/Department: Goshen Hospital / Progressive Care Unit - Telemetry
Shift/Hours: 

Observes ECG monitors, interprets and reports the cardiac rhythm status on the units and/or on telemetry to the RN.  Provides secretarial/receptionist support, basic nursing care and assists with the activities of daily living for patients on the unit of practice consistent with the mission, vision and beliefs of Goshen Hospital. Records, interprets, and reports dysrhythmias to the RN. 

Functions in a NA/Sec and/or monitor watcher role as needed for shift or unit.  Maintains unit supplies, performs routine cleaning of equipment, and maintains a clean, safe environment. Receives and communicates messages, transcribes physician orders, enters patient data and charges in the order communication system, completes all necessary forms and maintains an orderly environment. 

Interacts with the patients, providing care as identified in the care plan and as directed by the RN.  Works under the direct supervision of an RN.  Uses independent judgment to prioritize own work and report observations and information to appropriate personnel.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education High school graduate.  Completion of nursing assistant training and/or unit secretary training course, successful completion of fundamentals in nursing programs or EMT course.  Successful completion of Basic Dysrhythmia course within 30 days of hire. Minimum Experience 6 months unit secretary or nursing assistant. Healthcare Provider CPR certification.