EKG Associate, NS71/73, Epilepsy

Downstate; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Department of Nursing, seeks a full-time TH CTS EKG Associate, NS 71/73, Epilepsy, to support patient care under supervision of a registered nurse.

The EKG Associate will conduct cardiac monitoring, perform phlebotomy, uphold infection control, and contribute to safe, high-quality care across adult populations. This role emphasizes teamwork and professional development in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on adult patients.
• Perform phlebotomy.
• Maintain infection control standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on the adult population
• Performs phlebotomy
• Practices effective infection control measures
• Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated
• Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients
• Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas
• Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs
• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment
• Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient
• Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB’s operating goals and objectives
• Respect and promote patient rights
• Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff
• Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff
• Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors
• Participates in quality improvement and contributes to process improvement activities
• Takes an active role in managing resources
• Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary
• Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale
• Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team
• Takes an active role in personal/professional development
• Other duties and responsibilities as required

Job description

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH CTS EKG Associate, NS 71/73, Epilepsy.

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, the EKG Associate assists in all aspects of patient care and performs all designated functions. The EKG Associate also assists in maintaining a supportive and safe environment.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on the adult population

• Performs phlebotomy

• Practices effective infection control measures

• Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated

• Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity

• Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients

• Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas

• Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs

• Maintains a safe and efficient work environment

• Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient

• Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB’s operating goals and objectives

• Respect and promote patient rights

• Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff

• Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff

• Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors

• Participates in quality improvement and contributes to process improvement activities

• Takes an active role in managing resources

• Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary

• Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale

• Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team

• Takes an active role in personal/professional development

• Other duties and responsibilities as required