MONITOR TECH - Centralized Telemetry

Company: MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: September 6, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description: Overview: CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U. S. , from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. Responsibilities GENERAL SUMMARY : Observes cardiac monitors for changes in cardiac rhythm and communicates this to the nurse caring for the patient of diverse ages. Documents cardiac status appropriately. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : Monitors cardiac rhythms on telemetry units. Obtain and interpret rhythm strips reporting identified changes. Performs clerical duties (i.e., maintenance of rhythm strips in the patient record, answering phones, intercom, notify the assigned nurse). Maintains telemetry supplies (i.e., paper, batteries, patches, and pouches). Maintains knowledge of telemetry equipment set-up, maintenance and use. Works rotating shifts, weekends and holidays, as scheduled. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS : Effectively assumes job responsibilities of nursing communication secretary during absence. Qualifications MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED : High School Diploma or GED required and 18 years of age. Previous health care experience, including monitor experience, desired. Successful completion of monitor class. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. Equal Opportunity CommonSpirit Health is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. External hires must pass a post offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health participates in E-verify.

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