- Monitors and communicates changes in cardiac rhythm. Interprets and documents rhythm, heart rate, and appropriate measurements in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Interprets and identifies normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms and rates. Responds to clinically significant cardiac rhythms or rate disturbances by immediate assessment of alarms and equipment and timely notification to the appropriate nursing staff.
- Determines, reviews, and revises alarm settings for each patient based on physician orders and/or telemetry protocols and policies.
- Recognizes artifacts in tracings and takes appropriate corrective action with timely notification to the appropriate nursing staff.
- Attaches electrode leads to proper body areas based on ordered tests. Prepares skin and surroundings to ensure valid results.
- Obtains and documents EKG readings as directed.
- Programs, monitors, and registers patients on-line depending on the ordered monitor.
- Monitors patients during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.
- Notes and forwards results to physicians for analysis and interpretation.
- Monitors and processes EKGs in the EKG software and the EMR.
- Runs a minimum of a six-second strip at least once per shift, whenever a significant change in rhythm, rate, or conduction occurs, and/or according to policy. Scans all appropriate strips into EMR per policy.
- Maintains clean and orderly work area.
- Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Troubleshoots alarms, monitors, batteries, and equipment problems.
- Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing and data entry.
- High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire
- No experience required
- BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position
- Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
- Works under minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Standing: Frequently
- Walking: Frequently
- Sitting: Occasionally
- Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
- Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
- Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Occasionally
- Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Occasionally
- Climbing: Occasionally
- Bending/Stooping: Frequently
- Kneeling: Occasionally
- Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
- Reaching: Frequently
- Talking: Frequently
- Hearing: Frequently
- Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely
- Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
- Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
- Running: Rarely
- Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
- Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
- Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently
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Description
Job SummaryPerforms continuous observation of monitors for assigned groups of patients with an average of 64-72 monitors. This includes critical care, cardiac medical/surgical, interventional platform, and remote monitoring for all other areas. Performs continuous observation of apnea monitoring for the family care unit. Performs diagnostic electrocardiograms (EKGs) and provides patient education associated with EKGs.
Job Responsibilities
INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.
