MedSurg - Monitor Technician, Nights

Beckley, West Virginia


Employer: Lifepoint Health
Industry: 
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

Description

Raleigh General Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300-bed facility caring for nearly 13,000 patients each year with over 50,000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.

Where We Are:

Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic, cultural, and recreational opportunities. From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions, Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
  • Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
  • And much more...


Description - External

Under the supervision of an RN, interprets patient cardiac rhythm as recorded on telemetry monitor and initiates appropriate action when indicated.

Serve as resource person for other staff members.

Performs continual surveillance of multiple monitors.

Identifies significant arrhythmias and/or signs of patient distress and intervenes appropriately. Identifies and corrects for artifacts.

Reports abnormal assessment and telemetry findings or changes in patient physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

Tests equipment for proper working order. Reports equipment problems to supervisor.

Records rhythm strips for documentation

Qualifications

Minimum Education

High school diploma or equivalent - Required

BLS - To be obtained within 30 days

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Demonstrated knowledge of rhythm interpretation.

Minimum Work Experience

Previous LPN or EMT experience preferred, and/or successful completion of Rhythm Interpretation Class or experience with telemetry monitoring.

Created: 2024-05-16
Reference: 7418-11075
Country: United States
State: West Virginia
City: Beckley

About Lifepoint Health

Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000


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