Description

US:NV:Carson City Monitor Techs

Part Time Night Shift

About Carson Tahoe Health

CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5 th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.

Summary

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager and supervision of the Charge Nurse, continuously monitors the heart rhythm patterns of patients to detect abnormal pattern variances. Able to perform a variety of clerical duties associated with patient care unit operations.

Responsibilities

● Reviews patient information to assess and interpret heart rhythm pattern, current pattern and prior variances, including all other vital signs; e.g. B/P, SP02, Resp., etc. ● Observes the cardiac monitor, as well as, listens for and validates alarms to identify abnormal variation in heart rhythm. ● Immediately reports alarms and/or variances to the assigned staff nurse to initiate examination of patient. ● Analyses and documents the heart rhythm as per standard, and variances PRN, posting the information on the patient record. This includes upon admission, using digital caliper measurements ● Work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner ● Communicates with members of the health care team, patients and visitors using oral and written means and equipment such as the telephone and vocera system. ● Initiates daily worksheets to provide continuity of care via reporting to the oncoming shift. ● Maintains an orderly, clean and business-like environment at the workstation and surrounding areas to assist members of the health care team in the performance of their jobs despite high stress factors. ● Maintains professional competence through formal education, workshops and unit specific education. Maintains currency of educational file. Attends 80% or greater staff meetings, reviews and initials those meeting Minutes not attended. Completes unit mandatory education. ● Performs specified duties during a hospital wide emergency. ● Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required: o High school diploma or equivalent. o American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare providers within 90 days of employment o Completion of Hospital Specific Training regarding sitter and patient care duties within 30 days of hire

Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada

• Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
• Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
• Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
• We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
• Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system

Our Benefits

• No State Income Tax
• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
• Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
• 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonuses
• On Site Education & Certification Programs
• Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
• Free Calm App Subscription