Monitor Technician - FT Days
Company: Mercy
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Position: Monitor Technician
Department: Telemetry
Shift: Full-Time Days 0630-1830
We're a Little Different
Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through
our compassionate care and exceptional service.
At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of
unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your
skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why
Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to
Work."
Overview:
The Monitoring Technician is responsible for on-going surveillance
of patient cardiac monitors and provides RNs and/or clinicians with
immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms. Reviews
patient information to determine normal heart rhythm pattern,
current pattern and prior variances. Works cooperatively as part of
a team. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent
with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Job Description:
Troubleshoots monitors with nursing staff and contacts Clinical
Engineering as appropriate.- Follows policy/procedure for MERS/
Sentinel event reporting- Follows confidentiality
policy/procedure.- Complies with patient rights/regulations.Orients
and mentors new staff members. Serves as a resource for training
and troubleshooting- Maintains accurate census information.-
Coordinates workflow by communicating to appropriate personnel in a
timely manner.- Prioritizes appropriately and utilizes good use of
time.Maintains ongoing, high-level surveillance of patient's
cardiac rhythms and immediately notifies nursing/clinicians of any
rate/rhythm changes- Measures and interprets patients heart rhythm
and documents on patient record per policy.- Initiates and
discontinues monitoring on notification of admission, transfer, or
discharge from the bedside clinician.- Performs clerical duties
related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient
information.- Keeps updated on monitoring system and maintains
clinical competence.- Observes changes or unusual occurrences in
patient condition and reports them immediately to the appropriate
personnel.- Demonstrates flexibility regarding workload,
assignments and change.- Seeks opportunities for continued
learningCommunication Management:- Answers telephone and
communicates clearly when receiving information from units or
providers. Uses clear and complete communication with unit
personnel when delivering information about changes in patient
rhythm.- Develops a rapport and cooperative relationship with
nursing and clinical staff and responds to questions/requests from
healthcare providers.- Accepts delegation of tasksTechnology:-
Performs unit specific computer functions.- Reports computer issues
as needed.
Qualifications:
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO,
tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are
just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers,
including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate
care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of
your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to
pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience
through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're
expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it
all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a
positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step
with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid
to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part
of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we
encourage you to apply.
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