Monitor Technician (Telemetry) PRN

Memorial Physician Practices; Pulaski, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Leave

Health, Dental & Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is seeking a Telemetry Monitor Tech for its 68-bed facility. This PRN/variable role involves 12-hour shifts and provides essential cardiac monitoring under RN supervision.

The role requires monitoring rhythms, documenting vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and maintaining telemetry records while communicating changes to the nursing team to support safe patient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Handle with Care certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Provides continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and reports abnormal changes to the nursing team.
• Performs and documents vital signs, intake/output, and other patient care activities as assigned.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ambulation, toileting, grooming, etc.).
• Maintains accurate telemetry records and ensures monitoring equipment functions properly.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Patient care

Nursing communication

BLS certified

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Telemetry equipment

Job description

Southern TN Regional Health System-Pulaski

Address: 1265 East College Street, Pulaski, TN 38478

Website: www.southerntnpulaski.com

Job Title: Monitor Technician

Job Type:PRN| Variable

Schedule:12 Hour Variable Shifts

Your experience matters

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Telemetry Monitor Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Telemetry Monitor Tech who excels in this role:

• Provides continuous cardiac and telemetry monitoring under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Monitors cardiac rhythms and promptly recognizes, documents, and reports abnormal heart rhythms or changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Performs and documents vital signs, intake and output, and other patient care activities as assigned.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including ambulation, toileting, grooming, and basic comfort measures when needed.
• Maintains accurate telemetry records and ensures monitoring equipment is functioning properly at all times.
• Communicates effectively with nurses, physicians, and ancillary departments regarding rhythm changes, alarms, and patient status updates.
• Supports unit operations by managing monitor station responsibilities, answering phones, processing orders, and assisting with overall department workflow.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment in accordance with hospital policies and infection prevention standards.
• Documents patient care activities and monitor observations in compliance with hospital and departmental standards.
• Participates in required education, competency validations, annual training, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Performs additional duties as assigned to support patient care and departmental operations.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Previous experience in a physician office, clinic, or hospital setting preferred.

Certifications

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Handle with Care certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).

Key services and units include:

• Six-bed Telemetry unit
• Step-Down unit aligned with Telemetry unit.

More About Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is a 68-bed facility that includes 30 licensed acute care beds and 26 skilled nursing home beds. Fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital provides a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff.

EEOC Statement

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Pulaski is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.