**Req Number** 178040

Job Description

Observes electrocardiogram (ECG) monitor and closed-circuit television (CCTV) and alert nurses and physicians to changes in the patient's rate, rhythm and the occurrence of arrhythmias.

Job Responsibility

+ * Observes cardiac and closed-circuit television monitors on patients.
+ * Recognizes arrhythmias and obtains documentary strip.
+ * Reports all arrhythmias to nurse responsible for patient.
+ * Obtains a baseline strip each shift on all monitored patients.
+ * Replaces electrode pads, wires and batteries, as needed.
+ * Obtains EKG's as necessary.
+ * Assures that all emergency equipment is cleaned and checked.
+ Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

+ High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
+ Minimum of one (1) year experience in a hospital setting functioning as a Nursing Attendant/Telemetry Technician, requi...