PCT - MONITOR TECH - IMCU in ALLIANCE, Ohio at Aultman Health Foundation

BASIC FUNCTION:

1. Performs duties, which assist with the performance of patient care.
2. A ward secretary is a non licensed person who performs clerical, receptionist, and related duties on a nursing division/unit under the direction of a registered nurse.
3. A monitor tech is; a ward secretary with training in Basic EKG Rhythm Interpretation with responsibilities to observe cardiac monitors and respond appropriately based on rhythm.
4. Responsible for checking emails and online learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.
5. Cross training between roles is expected.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Complies with the approved policies, procedures, rules and regulations for the general operation of Alliance Community Hospital and the Nursing Service division.
2. Displays knowledge of Alliance Community Hospital Disaster Plan for Emergency Preparedness (in real and simulated situations). Performs appropriately in crisis and emergency situations.
3. Takes responsibility of own action, demonstrating accuracy, competency and accountability in performance.
4. Participates in committees and educational offerings for self-growth or improved competency and performance.
5. Performs clerical and receptionist duties in a timely manner.
6. Observes and transcribes physician’s orders exactly as written with validation.
7. Demonstrates knowledge of and need for accurate, concise, complete and legible records, kardex and reports.
8. Seeks guidance as needed for clarification and performance of duties.
9. Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care process.
10. Complete assignments without interference of quality of work.
11. Assists in orientation of new team members.
12. Assists in data collection and compiling statistics as directed.
13. Utilizes and orders supplies properly.
14. Demonstrates basic competencies for assigned technical skills.
15. Responsible for checking emails and on line learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.
16. All other duties as assigned.
17. If Monitor Tech the following also apply.

1. Recognize charges in cardiac rhythm and responds appropriately.
2. Follows manufacturer recommendations for cleaning and maintaining monitor system.
3. Safely operates monitors and associated equipment.

1. If in E.R. as PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

1. Performs duties, which assist with the performance of patient care:

Vital signs, perform EKGs, patient observations, weights, patient transport, may assist with patient splinting/casting, code blue, direct patient care.

1. Respond to patient requests and call lights.

HEALTH CARING STANDARDS / VALUES:

• Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm greeting, and introduction, calling them by name if possible.
• Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, “Is there anything else I or a fellow
• colleague can do for you?”
• Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always say thanks for allowing us to serve you.
• Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do
• Teamwork
• Pride in Department
• Individual creativity and Innovation
• Compassion and caring
• Maintain department and hospital standards and policies

AGE APPROPRIATE CARE:

Colleague has been instructed in providing customer service and on interacting with age groups as related to the department's general client population: including use of appropriate interventions, communication and skills to match the age and/or abilities of the patient/family.

MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPEMENT USED:

General office equipment Cardiac monitors if applicable, personal protective equipment and all equipment related to the provision of direct care.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate, or equivalent, with ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
• Age 18 or older.
• BLS certification through American Heart Association required within the first 3 months.
• Successful completion of Ward Secretary orientation.
• Successful completion of Basic EKG Rhythm Interpretation Course for Monitor Technicians.
• Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Such as MediTech (Hospital Support Software), Halogen (performance appraisal system) Relias (education system), ability to retrieve e-mails, complete online enrollment for health insurance/benefits and any other programs as assigned
• CIDE (crisis intervention and de-escalation) training within 3 months.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Good physical and mental health, able to relate to patients, hospital staff and visitors; able to work efficiently under pressure.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to stand/walk for up to 7.5 hours per shift.
• Able to bend to reach items on floor, bedside level; and stretch to reach over a bed.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. intermittently, unassisted.
• Ability to see clearly and hear normal speaking voices.
• Able to communicate verbally in person and by telephone with a clear concise speech.
• Dexterity to write legibly.
• Have a neat and clean appearance.

This description is intended to describe the essential job duties and the essential requirements for the performance of this job.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Nurse Manager