Monitor Tech - On Call Night - Sunset Med Ctr - Med Surg/Tele

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Los Angeles is seeking a Monitor Observer for real-time ECG rhythm monitoring. Under supervision, you will observe patient rhythms, prepare and maintain records, and notify nursing staff of rhythm changes.

You will handle monitoring equipment, ensure proper lead placement, and assist with code blues while maintaining clean, organized work areas. On-call shifts may vary and require flexibility.

Qualifications

• Formal EKG or arrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours.
• Arrhythmia updated within the last two years if the class is older.
• Kaiser Permanente arrhythmia assessment test score of 80% or better.
• Adequate hearing with or without a device.
• Previous monitor observer experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Observe cardiac rhythms of patients on monitor and notify staff of changes.
• Obtain, compile, and maintain records for the unit.
• Check lead placement and verify posted strips against previous strips.
• Initiate code blues when required and interpret rhythms.
• Ensure equipment is cleaned and functioning; report problems.
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area and assist with other duties as directed.

Skills

Hearing ability

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ECG monitor

Telemetry transmitter

Arrhythmia analysis/printer

Central monitor bank

Job description

Job Summary:

Under direct supervision, perform arrhythmia or ECG monitor observations on assigned shift and communicates changes to the nursing staff.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Obtain, compile, prepare and maintain records for the nursing unit assigned. Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor. Run and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals. Initiate code blues. Interpret rhythms and validate computer readout. Check and verify lead placement on patients. Compare posted strip to previous strip and notify nursing staff of changes. Notify nursing staff of any change in cardiac rhythm. Place patient identification sticker on monitor. Recognize and respond to unusual or abnormal patient condition. Equipment and Instruments: Clean equipment after each patient use. Equipment includes cardiac (ECG) monitor, telemetry transmitter, central monitor bank, and Arrhythmia analysis/printer. Test equipment for proper working order. Ensure that equipment is in good working condition. Report equipment problems to supervisor. Maintain work area clean and orderly. Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• Formal EKG or arrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours. Successful completion of arrhythmia updated within the last two years if basic arrhythmia class taken over two years ago. Successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente basic arrhythmia assessment test with a score of 80% or better. Adequate hearing either alone or with a hearing device. Previous monitor observer experience preferred. Ability to organize and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work as a team member.

Education

• School diploma or GED.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:

• N/A

Notes:

• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.
• Will also be assigned to remotely monitor patients of other Kp facility
• 10 shifts a month; weekend