Telemetry Technician
Current- Conduct cardiac monitoring, including application of monitors, rhythm interpretation and performance of 12 lead EKGs.
- Provide physicians and nurses with data for use in the diagnosis and the planning of interventions related to cardiac conditions.
- Perform hourly checks by reviewing stored patient data.
- Evaluate and compare previous ECG tracings and real-time patient rhythm.
- Identify and respond appropriately by communicating changes in patient’s ECG to the RN.
- Notify nursing staff of any technical monitor problems, including leads failure.