Location: Ashtabula,OH, USA
PRN
2420 Lake Ave
Nursing
Variable
Summary:
The Monitor Clerk/Tech is responsible for clerical, receptionist, communication, and office supply procurement duties as well as observation of all telemetry units, ICU monitors, and bedside assistance.
* Performs clerical functions including the organization of patient health information, answering telephones, and arranging emergent/non-emergent transportation for patient care.
* Assists in the coordination of the Plan of Care visits between interdisciplinary teams within the ICU or assigned nursing units.
* Provides patient care as assigned by the provider or nurse. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, specimen collection, blood glucose readings, transporting patients, measuring intake and output, electronic documentation, and all other aspects of patient care within the scope of practice.
* Utilizes appropriate interpersonal communication which facilitates productive relationships with other team members.
* Completes annual required competencies.
* Assists with the maintenance and ordering of supplies/equipment.
* Assists with data abstraction for quality improvement projects.
Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
* Medical Terminology preferred.
* Basic computer experience required. Knowledge of Windows-based software packages.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Excellent customer satisfaction skills.
* Organized, accurate, detail oriented, ability to prioritize, multi-task, and meet demands.
* Ability to problem-solve and work independently.
* Excellent telephone etiquette skills.
* Proper lifting techniques.
Required Length and Type of Experience
* Hospital experience preferred.
Required Licensure or Certification
* Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Course provided during hospital orientation.
* Must successfully complete and pass the EKG course provided within 3 months of hire.
Required Physical and Environmental Demands
Typical physical demands include a high degree of dexterity and repetitive hand/wrist motions to produce materials on the computer. Normal or corrected vision, normal or corrected hearing, extensive sitting and frequent walking, occasional lifting and carrying from 5 to 20 lbs. Ability to work in a high stress environment.