Monitor Technician - Torrance, United States - Torrance Memorial Medical Center

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 CompetenciesActs 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 othermembers of the healthcare teamUtilizes resources in an economical mannerDepartment Specific CompetenciesNotifies 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.

EducationDegreeProgramHigh School Diploma/GED or Higher EducationGeneral StudiesLicense / Certification RequirementsBasic arrhythmia and/or 12-lead ECG course or equivalent work experienceBCLS or ACLS Certification from the American Heart AssociationCompensation Range $ $31.