Telemetry Technician/ Ward Clerk - ICU

Employer Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision!

Min $22.83 Max $34.96

Flex Schedule

Week One: Sunday Day shift / Wednesday Night Shift

Week two: Wednesday Night Shift/ Saturday Day Shift

ICU

Definition of Position: The Telemetry Technician/ Ward Clerk/ Certified Nursing Assistant

is responsible for cardiac monitor surveillance for all telemetry patients as assigned. This position is also responsible for the reporting of any arrhythmias and potentially lethal rhythms to a Registered Nurse (RN) following notification guidelines. Interacts with RNs with physicians regarding the interpretation of cardiac rhythm patterns or changes in patterns.

Other duties include but are not limited to: report to on-coming shift with visual verification of patient rhythm, accountability for all telemetry patient units, assignment of patient data to the monitor system accurately, running rhythm strips every shift, maintaining telemetry supplies, assisting nursing staff with pattern interpretation, preparing charts, assisting in the transfer of patient in and out of the unit.

Direct care of patients by assisting with personal hygiene, dressing, feeding, and mobility, while also monitoring vital signs, documenting care, and communicating changes in patient condition to the nursing staff. CNAs work under the supervision of nurses and are responsible for providing compassionate care and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform a range of tasks, adapting efficiently from one responsibility to another while maintaining composure.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold associated rights and obligations.
• Demonstrate empathy and compassion toward both patients and colleagues.
• Notify the primary nurse or shift charge nurse of any changes in patient condition.
• Foster teamwork and cooperation through positive interactions with others.
• Communicate clearly and therapeutically with patients, their families, friends, and caregivers.
• Provide care within the CNA scope as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, with attention to age, cultural, physical, and psychosocial needs.
• Assist the Shift Charge Nurse with tasks including processing admissions, discharges, and conducting shift audits.
• Respond promptly and professionally to phone calls received by the unit.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

                Required: High school diploma or GED

Preferred: None              

Licenses/ certifications/ registrations

Required: State of Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant License, BLS

Preferred: None

Experience

Required: 1 year of previous experience Certified Nursing Assisting experience.

                Preferred: 1-3 years cardiac monitoring, including interpretation of heart rhythms

Other:

Incumbent must successfully complete the In-House Telemetry course and obtain a passing score on the associated final examination.     

Physical Requirements:

The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be occasional lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, with the expectation that appropriate lifting techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance will be used to ensure safety. May to sit for long periods of time.

Working Conditions:

This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs.