EKG Technician 1 PRN Premium

FMOLHS
Lafayette, LA
Category Healthcare
Job Description
The EKG Technician 1 PRN Premium will provide continuous observation of monitored ECG rhythms for patients on telemetry, report pertinent information to nursing personnel, and perform various technical tasks.

Requirements

  • Keeps unit stocked of supplies
  • Monitors ECG throughout patient's placement on telemetry
  • Documents rhythm strips in patient's chart
  • Accurately receives, places, and transfers phone calls
  • Completes competencies of Telemetry/ECG tech
  • Edits electrocardiograms through EKG computer
  • Posts edited EKGs on patient chart
  • Maintains equipment on every shift
  • Accurately checks Cardiology tasks in Cerner
  • Troubleshoots monitoring and cardiology equipment
  • Notifies nurse for observed changes in patients monitored heart rate, rhythm, or patterns
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