Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

December 12, 2024

Department:

16005005 Centralized Telemetry Monitor

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

0

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Service Workers

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• This position is onsite working at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, MN
• 6 months experience of Heart Rythm interpretation highly preferred
• SEIU Contract

Job Description:

Observes, documents and reports baseline EKG rhythms, trends and changes to RNs and physicians on non-cardiovascular and selected cardiovascular patients. This service is provided to patient care units, clinical community and remotely at other Allina hospitals.

Principle Responsibilities

• Observes, documents and reports baseline EKG rhythm, trends and changes
  • Runs and interprets EKG rhythm strips on admission, every 24 hours, in response to alarm events and when requested.
  • Measures PR, QRS, QT and QTc segments.
  • Provides rhythm interpretation information to all care givers/providers as needed.
  • Initiates rhythm reports for patient record according to established protocol or per ordered frequency.
• Maintains quality for monitor tracings
  • Ensures proper skin prep when placing telemetry leads.
  • Changes lead patch every 72 hours or more frequent as needed.
  • Tailors alarm settings per patient.
  • Cleans and maintains telemetry equipment.
  • Works with Biomed to troubleshoot and keep equipment in good working order.
  • Consults with RNs as needed regarding rhythm interpretation.
  • Ensures all monitoring equipment and supplies are in stock and available.
• Performs artifact free 12 lead EKGs
  • Posts original tracing in patient record.
  • Transmits EKG according to policies of EKG department.
  • Obtains STAT EKGs immediately and communicates results to caregiver.
• Provides environment that is safe for patients, visitors and staff
  • Uses equipment per department and manufacturer guidelines.
  • Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergent situations.
  • Orients new patients to remote monitoring and updates care boards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements: ◦ Associate's or Vocational degree health care related or ◦ Vocational or Technical Training EMT certification or ◦ Nursing Assistant Certification (Certified Nursing Assistant – CNA)

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years EKG/Telemetry interpretation experience or
• 1+ years Hospital experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Emergency Medical Tech - MN Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board preferred upon Hire

Physical Demands

• Light Work:
• Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently