Job Abstract

· Continuously observes cardiac monitor: appropriate interaction, maintenance, utilization and documentation.

· Reads, interprets, and documents continue basic and lethal arrhythmias and respond appropriately by notifying RN of significant rhythm changes.

· Maintains good quality ECG signals at all times (monitor and strips).

· Maintains monitoring equipment in functional condition; notifies Biomed for repairs/problems as appropriate.

· Assures ECG monitoring supplies are maintained at appropriate PAR levels.

· Communicates information thoroughly and gives concise report at change of shift.

· Communicates appropriate information to Team Leaders, Manager, Director, etc. as appropriate.

· Inputs data into the computer accurately.

· Locates and retrieves data from the computer including laboratory, diagnostic imaging and other patient related information.

· Reports all results of diagnostic studies and lab values as soon as received to the appropriate RN.

· Informs nursing staff of patient, family or physician needs/requests.

· Transcribes physician orders including medications accurately, concisely and enters data into computer or MAR.

· Checks for and assures patients are properly identified (ID bands, addressograph, etc.) on admission/transfer and as required/requested.

· Keeps census accurately updated in the computer and on census log sheet.

· Assembles patient charts, identifies forms accurately, enters appropriate information and maintains an ongoing check for proper identification and dating of forms.

· Checks and orders stationary supplies and nursing unit supplies at routine intervals and as needed (maintains adequate PAR levels).

· Maintains a sufficient reserve (PAR) level of patient admission charts and charting forms.

· Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers, deaths, errands as required and/or directed.

· Answers Nurse Call system within < 3 minutes, notifies appropriate staff member and follows-up with patient to assure needs are met in a timely manner.

· Locates staff, supplies, etc. as needed by healthcare team members including physicians.

· Initiates and follows through with requests for services to effect patient care, environmental cleanliness and safety.

· Assists patients, visitors, staff without hesitation; if unable to respond to request, seeks appropriate staff member capable of accommodating needs.

· Initiates work orders, contacting Facilities Management as appropriate or requested.

· Contacts Environmental Services for unit cleaning needs and for bed/ room cleaning post-discharge.

· Keeps Nurses’ Station organized and neat at all times.

· Other duties as assigned.