Monitor Technician - PRN Nights

Socket.dev; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Chattanooga is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Technician to oversee patient telemetry, observe rhythms, and promptly report changes to nursing staff. The role emphasizes accuracy in rhythm interpretation, documentation, and adherence to safety standards within a long-term care setting.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an EKG competency test; BCLS certification and fluency in English are essential.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.

Responsibilities

• Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms.
• Remains vigilant and notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
• Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
• Keeps accurate records of telemetry patients and ensures proper documentation.
• Stays current with applicable safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Fluent English

Excellent attendance

EKG interpretation

Cardiac rhythm identification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Kindred Hospital Chattanooga is a 49-bed long-term acute care hospital, offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime.

Job Summary

• Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment
• Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances
• Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm

Essential Functions

• Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms
• Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry
• Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients
• Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes
• Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients
• Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients
• Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel:
• Must read, write and speak fluent English
• Must have good and regular attendance
• Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test
• Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certification

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Like AHA or Red Cross Within Facility-Specified time frame (Required) and EKG - Electrocardiogram Certification within Facility-Specified time frame Upon Hire

Experience

• No prior experience required