Cardiac Monitor Technician Night8 Danbury Hospital

Nuvance Health Med Practice CT; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Danbury Hospital in Danbury, CT, seeks a Nursing Monitor Tech to perform continuous cardiac rhythm monitoring on the unit or remotely in a central unit. You will interpret rhythms, document findings, and communicate variances to the nursing team.

The role requires a minimum six months of telemetry experience, HS diploma, BLS competency, and the ability to troubleshoot the central monitoring system. You must maintain confidentiality and collaborate with staff to ensure patient safety and

Qualifications

• HS grad or equivalent required.
• Maintain competency for Basic Life Support (BLS) and pass required tests.
• Six months minimum experience in telemetry or acute care setting.
• Successful attainment of cardiac rhythm interpretation testing.
• Strong attention to confidentiality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret patient cardiac rhythms and variances.
• Notify nursing staff of rhythm changes or misplacements.
• Maintain and troubleshoot central monitoring system.
• Document patient telemetry data and events.
• Assist with lead placement and skin preparation as needed.
• Escalate to RN as required if concerns arise.
• Attend staff meetings and adhere to standards.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Lead placement competency

Documentation & communication

BLS competency

Education

HS Grad/EQUIVALENT

Tools

Central monitoring system

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Summary

This position performs duties directly on a nursing unit or remotely in a central unit and is responsible for the continuous monitoring, interpretation, communication, and documentation of cardiac rhythms and rhythm components.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac rhythm interpretation by meeting requirements of a 4 hour class, accompanying exam, and 40 hours of h&s on training with a qualified monitor tech.
• Monitors and reviews patient information to determine baseline cardiac rhythm & prior variances.
• Demonstrates competency in telemetry lead placement for accurate cardiac rhythm analysis.
• Notifies nursing staff when leads are off patient or of incorrect lead placement. Assists staff with patient skin preparation and correct lead placement as necessary.
• Notifies Registered Nurse of cardiac rhythm or rhythm component changes, and cardiac rhythm variances that indicate myocardial ischemia or acute myocardial infarction. If primary RN isn't available, escalates using appropriate chain of comm&.
• Maintains current knowledge of the technical operation of the central monitoring station.
• Identifies and troubleshoots routine technical problems with the central monitoring system & initiates biomedical repairs as necessary.
• Maintains all telemetry equipment and telemetry supplies inventory.
• Demonstrates commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct & demeanor at all times. Closely adheres to WCHNs Behavioral standards & Values.
• Protects patient confidentiality and sensitive data at all times.
• Supports new ideas and promotes positive change. Remains calm & helpful during stressful situations.
• Documents patient periods off telemetry for showers, tests, and procedures.
• Analyzes cardiac rhythm and records measurements, calculations, & interpretation of patient record in accordance with established protocols.
• Attends staff meetings. Reads/signs 100% of meeting minutes.
• Fulfils all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT

Other Information

Required: Maintain competency for Basic Life Support (BLS). Successful test score on cardiac rhythm interpretation test.

Minimum Experience

six months

Desired

Acute care experience and prior completion of dysrhthmia recognition course preferred.

Working Conditions

• Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
• Occupational: Some occupational risk
• Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
• Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company

Danbury Hospital

Org Unit

163

Department

Nursing Monitor Techs

Exempt

No

Salary Range

$19.00 - $26.50 Hourly

Available benefits include

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Team Member Discounts

Available benefits for union positions may vary in accordance with applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements.