Monitor Tech - PRN (Day or Night)

Monitor tech

PRN - Day or Night

Dallas, TX, US

Monitor tech

Location

• Nexus Children’s Hospital –
• Dallas,
• TX
• Schedule: PRN - Day or Night Shift Available

PRN Requirement

Must work at least 6 total shifts per month, including 2 shifts on a Saturday and/or Sunday.

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ABOUT US

Nexus Children’s Hospital – Dallas is dedicated to bridging medical and behavioral care so that no child falls through the cracks. We specialize in supporting children recovering from complex medical and developmental challenges, including brain injuries, acute illnesses, developmental delays, psychiatric diagnoses, and other life-altering events—all within a nurturing environment.

• As a leader in pediatric rehabilitation and behavioral health services, our Dallas campus provides:
• 60 private patient rooms
• ICU step-down, neurobehavioral, and rehabilitation units for a seamless continuum of care
• A state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym and structured therapeutic activity spaces

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Position Summary

The Monitor Technician works under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager, House Supervisor, and Director of Nursing to observe cardiac and respiratory rhythms, identify monitor changes, and communicate urgent updates to nursing staff. This role also supports the nursing unit with clerical and communication duties while helping maintain safe and efficient unit operations.

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• Key responsibilities
• Observe patients’ cardiac and respiratory rhythms while they are on monitors.
• Recognize emergency rhythms, baseline changes, and alarm changes, and report them promptly to the primary nurse.
• Maintain communication with RNs and LVNs regarding rhythm activity and monitor status throughout the shift.
• Apply monitor leads and electrodes and use bedside monitors and portable transmitters appropriately.