Gig Details

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  Obtain, compile, prepare and maintain records for the nursing unit assigned.
• Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor.
• Run and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals.
• Initiate code blues.
• Interpret rhythms and validate computer readout.
• Check and verify lead placement on patients.
• Compare posted strip to previous strip and notify nursing staff of changes.
• Notify nursing staff of any change in cardiac rhythm.
• Place patient identification sticker on monitor.
• Recognize and respond to unusual or abnormal patient condition.
• Equipment and Instruments: Clean equipment after each patient use.
• Equipment includes cardiac (ECG) monitor, telemetry transmitter, central monitor bank, and Arrhythmia analysis/printer.
• Test equipment for proper working order.
• Ensure that equipment is in good working condition.
• Report equipment problems to supervisor.
• Maintain work area clean and orderly.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

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  Previous monitor observer experience preferred.

• High School diploma or GED.

• Formal EKG or arrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours.

• Successful completion of arrhythmia updated within the last two years if basic arrhythmia class taken over two years ago.

• Successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente basic arrhythmia assessment test with a score of 80% or better.

• Current BCLS card.

• Adequate hearing either alone or with a hearing device.

• Ability to organize and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

• Ability to work as a team member.

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HoursPerWeek : 1
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Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
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Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B01|SEIU|Local 399
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Clinical Support
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Travel : No

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