Clinical Monitor Technician (Paramedic), Telemetry, Full-time 12 hr. Nights

Overview

Clinical Monitor Technician (Paramedic), Telemetry, Full-time 12 hr. Nights, Winston-Salem

JOB SUMMARY: Provides accurate cardiac rhythm surveillance through continuous monitoring of pediatric and/or adult telemetry patients. A standard procedure for rhythm observation and documentation is utilized, which contributes to positive patient outcomes for cardiac monitored patients. Participates and provides feedback in ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the department. Provides training and support to new staff. Offers clinical support to non-clinical monitor technicians. Plans and coordinates unit needs for the shift and will address concerns and escalate as needed. Responsibilities include accountability for the quality-of-care delivery, adherence to established policy and procedures, and workplace experience. Partners with the department leadership to achieve goals to improve quality of care.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Paramedic certification from an accredited certified paramedic program, or an Associate’s Degree of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in paramedic studies or equivalent. Previous clinical experience preferred.

-OR-

Graduation from an accredited LPN training program. Previous experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a clinical or other health care setting preferred.

REPORTS TO: Centralized Telemetry Nurse Manager

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

NC-OEMS certification as EMT-P required

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North Carolina Board of Nursing licensure as LPN required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

1. Provides primary leadership in the coordination of central telemetry monitoring, making and adjusting monitoring assignments as necessary to meet patient and teammate needs.
2. Provides guidance to on-shift teammates and communicates with telemetry supervisor/manager any concerns to support timely resolution of concerns.
3. Provides training to new teammates.
4. Offers clinical support and competency building to non-clinical monitor technicians.
5. Collaborates effectively by developing collegial relationships and communicating information effectively. Encourages communication and serves as a resource to staff and other departments.
6. Ensures continuous telemetry monitoring is established and documentation is maintained.
7. Ensures monitoring equipment is functioning correctly.
8. Ensures dysrhythmias or rhythm changes are communicated timely.
9. Maintains knowledge and skills related to dysrhythmia monitoring.
10. Participates in quality improvement projects.
11. Supports provision of age/developmentally appropriate care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the age groups served.
12. Promotes efficient use of fiscal resources.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to organize and supervise clinical nursing care delivery

Negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Resilient and flexible in a changing environment

Knowledge of various dysrhythmias

Knowledge of medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Strong communication skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Telemetry Center / Office

Moderate to high levels of stress Moderate noise environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of time spent performing the following activities: