Kindred Healthcare·Denver, Colorado
Monitors patient heart rhythm patterns using telemetry equipment to detect and report abnormal variances to nursing staff. Responsible for setting up, troubleshooting, and maintaining telemetry transmitters and wires for patients.
Kindred Hospital Denver and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is an all-private room 68-bed hospital located on one of Denver’s important medical campuses, just east of St.
Joseph’s Hospital and Presbyterian St.
Luke’s Medical Center.
With 68 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period.
Our 13-bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.
Our care has touched individuals from the Front Range, the western slopes of Colorado, and throughout the country.
Job Summary Monitors heart rhythm pattern of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances, using telemetry equipment.
Review patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern, current pattern, and prior variances.
Observes screen of cardiac monitor and listens for alarm to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm.
Essential Functions Monitors telemetry of patients by observing telemetry monitors for changes in cardiac rhythms.
Removes and cleans telemetry boxes when patient is discharged from telemetry.
Maintains accurate records of telemetry patients.
Immediately notifies RN or supervisor of rhythm changes.
Assigns transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
Troubleshoots transmitters and wires and sets up the monitor system for all telemetry ordered patients.
Stays abreast of federal, state, and local regulations for food safety and sanitation.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel: Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Satisfactory score on EKG interpretation competency test.
Ability to accurately identify cardiac rhythms and understand their significance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Pay Range: $20.51-$30.00/hr.
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred) Licenses/Certification Current BLS certification. EKG certification preferred. Experience No prior experience required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a satisfactory score on an EKG interpretation competency test. BLS certification is required, and EKG certification is preferred.
Market context
Colorado nursing roles like this often draw steady demand from home health and hospice settings, where employers look for RNs who can work independently and manage patient care in the field. These positions are competitive because a current Colorado RN license, prior nursing experience, reliable transportation, and familiarity with HCHB can all strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, driving documents, and home health or hospice experience before applying.
