Department: 16005005 Centralized Telemetry Monitor
Shift: Day/Evening (United States of America)
Hours: 24
Contract: SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Service Workers
Weekend Rotation: Every Other
Job Profile Summary: Observes, documents and reports baseline EKG rhythms, trends and changes to RNs and physicians on non-cardiovascular and selected cardiovascular patients. This service is provided to patient care units, clinical community and remotely at other Allina hospitals.
Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

• Observes, documents and reports baseline EKG rhythm, trends and changes
  • Runs and interprets EKG rhythm strips on admission, every 24 hours, in response to alarm events and when requested.
  • Measures PR, QRS, QT and QTc segments.
  • Provides rhythm interpretation information to all care givers/providers as needed.
  • Initiates rhythm reports for patient record according to established protocol or per ordered frequency.
• Maintains quality for monitor tracings
  • Ensures proper skin prep when placing telemetry leads.
  • Changes lead patch every 72 hours or more frequent as needed.
  • Tailors alarm settings per patient.
  • Cleans and maintains telemetry equipment.
  • Works with Biomed to troubleshoot and keep equipment in good working order.
  • Consults with RNs as needed regarding rhythm interpretation.
  • Ensures all monitoring equipment and supplies are in stock and available.
• Performs artifact free 12 lead EKGs
  • Posts original tracing in patient record.
  • Transmits EKG according to policies of EKG department.
  • Obtains STAT EKGs immediately and communicates results to caregiver.
• Provides environment that is safe for patients, visitors and staff
  • Uses equipment per department and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergent situations.
  • Orients new patients to remote monitoring and updates care boards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Associate's or Vocational degree health care related required or
• Vocational or Technical Training EMT certification required
• Less than 2 Years EKG/Telemetry interpretation experience preferred and
• Less than 2 Years Hospital experience preferred
• Emergency Medical Tech - MN Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board preferred Upon Hire

Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

Additional Job Description:

• 0.6 FTE rotating day/evening shifts
• Every other weekend (2/4 weekend)
• 6 months experience of heart Rythm interpretation required.
• Benefit eligible
• SEIU