Telemetry Tech 7p-7a

Department

• Scotland
• Memorial
• Hospital -
• Nursing:
• Telemetry
• Command
• Center
• Status:
• Full time
• Shift: 3rd (United
• States of
• America)
• Schedule
• Details/Additional
• Information:
• Experience (Years/Type)
• Preferred
• At
• Hire: One Year Experience In Hospital Setting, Preferably Critical Care Certification/Licensure (including annual requirements)
• Minimum
• Requirement before hire:
• Completion of
• EKG
• Certification
• Class
• Requirement after being hired: Completed and passed Scotland Health EKG Competency Test and completion of
• Aegis
• Equipment (Experience
• And/Or
• Training)
• Minimum
• Requirement:
• As
• Applicable
• Computer
• Skills (Hardware &
• Software)
• Minimum
• Requirement: Basic Computer And Internet Explorer Skills.
• Other
• Skills
• And
• Competencies
• Minimum
• Requirement: Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal. Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required This position will be rotating holidays and weekends.

Job Description

1.Provides accurate cardiac rhythm interpretation and surveillance through continuous monitoring of telemetry patients. Recognizes, records, and reports dysrrthymias and rhythm changes immediately to the patients nurse. Monitors rhythms continuously, mounts rhythm strips, and documents interpretation of rhythm/rate and PR, QRS, QT intervals. Specially trained in cardiac rhythm and EKG patterns. Documents and interprets rhythm strips. 2.Assists with the orientation of new employees to the work environment. Acts as a resource for students and peers. Functions as a preceptor when requested. Independently meets mandatory requirements. Teaches and informs others in an appropriate manner, within the scope of practice. 3.Uses appropriate problem solving information needed to perform assigned duties. Recognizes changes in patient's ECK rhythm or abnormal ECK findings and notifies the nurse in a timely manner. Gives shift report in a thorough, organized, and efficient manner. Creates permanent record of cardiac rhythm strips. Demonstrates clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Communicates monitor problems and lead problems to the nurse. 4.Anticipates patients needs and seeks opportunities to alter care with the collaboration of a nurse. Shares knowledge with other members of the health care team on how to meet individual patient needs. Interacts with patients, physicians, nursing staff, biomedical engineering and other health care workers as needed. 5.Attends continuing education programs provided to maintain knowledge and skills. 6.Successfully completes a monitor technician test to ensure competency of rhythm identification. 7.Self-directed in completing assignments. Assures that work time is managed appropriately. Uses appropriate problem-solving approach to perform assigned duties. 8.Maintains work area and adequate supplies. Uses equipment/supplies correctly. Recognizes and trouble shoots technical monitor problems and report to the charge nurse and/or designee. 9.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Neonatal/Infant 0 - 11 months; Pediatrics 1 - 12 yrs.; Adolescence 13 - 17 yrs.; Young Adult/Adult 18 - 64 yrs.; Adult/Middle Aged 65 - 79 yrs.; Geriatric 80+ yrs. 10.Performs other duties as assigned. Careers At Scotland Health Care System, we’re proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way. Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need. We offer a full spectrum of services—including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care—along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women’s health. Our culture is built on caring—for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That’s why we offer: Competitive compensation Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare Flexible scheduling Exclusive savings programs Career growth and advancement opportunities If you’re looking for more than just a job—if you want a meaningful career where you can make a difference—Scotland Health Care System is the place for you. Join our team today! Scotland Health Care System in Laurinburg, North Carolina is proud to be the community's health care system. We are a community owned and controlled not-for-profit organization that includes Scotland Memorial Hospital, Scotland Physicians Network with sixteen medical practices, Scotland Regional Hospice (formerly Hospice of Scotland County), Scotland Family Counseling Center, and Scotland Memorial Foundation. Here at Scotland Health Care System, we understand that healthcare is evolving. Advances in medicine and strides in technology are providing local communities access to better healthcare. It is our desire to provide you the best care possible. Our staff will be here to help you and your loved ones when the need arises. Our Beliefs About Our Future: To successfully accomplish our Mission and Vision our transformation must include creative and innovative changes in what we do and how we do it. We must change from a hospital and provider-centric model to a patient-centered, ambulatory model. There will be a continued focus on moving the industry to an increasingly ambulatory based delivery model focused on the health of the individual patient and the overall health of the population we serve. New payment models will incent us to better coordinate our patient’s care along the continuum of services. This includes both how our patients are treated and how their treatment information flows. New partners, arrangements, and competitors will emerge for us as a result of the new treatment and payment models. We will be strategically advantaged by coordinating access to a comprehensive continuum of care. Patients and their families will behave more like Consumers, expecting more Value, Convenience, and Access, in addition to caring and compassionate Service. Limited opportunities to pursue Smart Growth will necessitate us focusing our strategic efforts and resource allocation decisions.