Telemetry RN (FT Days)

Essential Functions Collects current symptoms, detailed patient history and consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement & evaluate patient care plans.

Organize and plan care of patients in the telemetry department with the ability to assess, determine treatment rationale and delivery, follow protocols, administer medications with accuracy and knowledge, educate patients.

Accurately obtains & records results of assessment, care delivery, medication and administration, treatments, responses in the electronic medical record or on designation documentation packets.

Performs daily checks of and cleans equipment such as but not limited to monitors, code equipment, crash cart checks and oxygen cylinders.

Prepares and administers medications using the rights established by the Texas Board of Nursing and facility policies and procedures.

Maintains care standards established by the Telemetry Nurses Association and facility policies and procedures.

Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.

Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members.

Utilizes white boards for patient communication.

Monitors patients using proper equipment as ordered.

Triages patients appropriately using the ESI system.

Arrives to work prepared to receive patient report on time.

Provides discharge instructions, follow up care and education to patients and family members.

Abides by HIPAA regulations.

Utilizes SBAR when communicating with oncoming shift, physician communication and giving report to ancillary or other nursing services.

Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.

Acts quickly, appropriately and with a sense of urgency and prioritization in delivery of patient care.

Stabilizes patients by coordination with medical staff providers, EMS, coworkers, patients and family members in a professional, calm manner.

Attends and/or completes monthly, annual and assigned training.

May float to other areas of the hospital as assigned.

Stocks assigned rooms, keeps work areas clean.

Other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displays a positive attitude.

Communication and Knowledge Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.

Collaboration/Teamwork Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.