Cardiac Telemetry Specialist

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a telemetry nurse to continuously observe, interpret, and communicate cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate ECG rhythm interpretation, central monitor assessment, and proper maintenance of telemetry equipment, with responsibilities including video monitoring and order entry. Compliance with HIPAA and privacy policies is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum basic cardiac dysrhythmia training or completion of a cardiac dysrhythmia training course on hire.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association) required.
• HIPAA and privacy guidelines compliance as part of job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Accurately analyzes, interprets and records ECG rhythms according to procedure.
• Maintains continuous assessment of ECG rhythm at central monitor and during patient transport.
• Identifies changes and reports to the RN as appropriate.
• Cleans and maintains telemetry monitors/holders and accounts for monitor upon patient discharge.
• Performs other unit specific duties such as video monitoring, order entry and answering phones.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Telemetry monitoring

Team communication with RN

Education

Basic cardiac dysrhythmia training

CPR Certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a telemetry nurse to continuously observe, interpret, and communicate cardiac rhythms for cardiology patients under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes accurate ECG rhythm interpretation, central monitor assessment, and proper maintenance of telemetry equipment, with responsibilities including video monitoring and order entry. Compliance with HIPAA and privacy policies is required.