Monitor Tech PRN

Monitor Tech PRN

Provides direct and indirect nursing services to the patient under the supervision of the registered nurse and performs clerical and receptionist duties necessary for productive operation of the specific patient care area. When assigned to surveillance of cardiac monitors, under the supervision of the professional nursing staff, continuously monitors patients requiring cardiac telemetry.

Position responsibilities include:

• Annual EKG testing with a pass score of 90% over all with 100% for lethal rhythms.
• Compliance with five standards of star service; always delivering exceptional service to our patients, physicians, guests, coworkers, volunteers and vendors.
• Maintains education and development appropriate for position.
• Performs position in line with employee satisfaction, patient satisfaction, physician satisfaction, continuous performance improvement, and/or community involvement.
• Adheres to established hospital and department guidelines and protocols. Supports hospital mission, vision, and values.
• Performs patient care as assigned by the RN and reports observations, results of procedures, and patient/family needs to appropriate person.
• Continuously observes patients on telemetry monitoring and reports any rhythm changes to the appropriate person(s).
• Utilizes time effectively to organize and assist in designated task consistent with educational training and patient care area requirements.
• Performs technical skills and designated tasks as outlined during educational training and nursing unit requirements.
• Performs receptionist duties in a courteous and cooperative manner in accordance with star service standards.
• Reports observations, results of procedures/lab work and patient/physician needs to the appropriate person(s).
• Documents pertinent data in a concise manner.
• Accurately orders supplies/equipment based on department needs.
• Attends work as scheduled, on time and prepared to perform job duties.
• Delivers patient care and/or department service in a safe, competent, and efficient manner as determined by outcomes, quality monitors, and other internal and external processes.
• Follows established guidelines for compliance with infection prevention and TJC patient safety goals and practices.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships and conducts self to contribute positively to the delivery of quality care and services, and to orderly operation of the department and the facility.
• Maintains and enhances skills through consultation with interdisciplinary team members, participation in planning activities, and attendance at in-service and continuing education programs.

Qualifications include:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• High School diploma, or GED.
• One year hospital experience preferred.

Medical City Frisco offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.