Telemetry Technician, Post Intensive Care Unit-IIReq #:0000156307

Category:Telemetry Nursing

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJ Rahway

Department:Post Intensive Care Unit-II

Location:

RWJUH Rahway Hospital, 865 Stone Street, Rahway, NJ 07065

Job Overview:

The Telemetry Technician monitors the cardiac rhythm and identifies changes in the cardiac rhythm and reports their findings to the Primary Registered Nurse caring for the patient. As an individual practitioner and interdisciplinary team member, the Telemetry Technician integrates all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the Plan of care to address a specific patient s needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED)

• Satisfactory completion of Strip exam and completion of Hospital Orientation

• Ability to Read, write, speak and comprehend English

• Completion of a Certified Telemetry Monitor Course

Scheduling Requirements:

• PD

Essential Functions:

• Knowledgeable of which patients are on Telemetry and their bed location

• Assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by The Employee Service Standards of Behavior

• Assures safety in practice inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of own individual level of knowledge and experience

• Assumes responsibility for his//her own professional advancement

• Reports identified safety issues and knowledge of the patient population served

• Communicates effectively and collaborates with nurses and other patient care providers

• Other essential duties as required

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer