Monitor Tech/CPT - Emergency Room
Company: Eisenhower Medical Center
Location: Rancho Mirage
Posted on: May 3, 2021
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Job Description:
Performs basic secretarial and clerical/computer skills,
interprets rhythm strips and dysrhythmias. Performs
venipuncture. Clinical Director N/A Neonate/ Infant Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric High Potential Required: Completion of EKG Class within 90 days of hire Preferred: EDT-1 Course, Nursing Assistant courses, Medical
Assistant Courses (certificate does not need to be maintained), 3rd
or 4th semester RN (enrolled) Medical Terminology Class Required: California State Certified Phlebotomy Technician Required: American Heart Association BLS in Emergency Room,
Resource Nursing Pool and ICU Preferred: 1 year experience as CPT Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance
policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or
concerns and report suspected violations. Notifies admitting regarding ADT. Orders preps and tests per guidelines to include: correct
sequencing of tests, placing appropriate checklist on chart. Stat
orders transcribed and relayed to nursing in a timely manner. Chart order is correct, and all pages are labeled
appropriately. Enters orders accurately using computer. Completes documentation
accurately as per policy. Aids in keeping unit and supplies orderly and maintains general
tidiness of patient areas. Maintains ED Call Panel daily and verifies specialties at the
beginning of each shift Documents correct and accurate information on daily census. Performs 12 lead EKG with appropriate documentation and
interprets rhythm strips accurately. Documents rhythm strips
according to existing hospital guidelines. Asks patient to state name and date of birth and utilizes
wristband identification system for inpatients prior to collection
of specimens, Collects specimens by venipuncture, heelstick, or fingerstick by
established protocol and delivers samples to ED Stat Lab in a
timely manner Monitors pending collections and prioritizes lab draws to ensure
optimal patient care Complies with hospital and Laboratory safety policies and
procedures Complies with all State and federal regulations Sets up O2 , suctions oral/pharyngeal airway, splints fractures
and applies immobilizers, C-collars or other orthopedic device,
discontinues IVs, obtains vital signs and documents care in
electronic medical record. Stays with patient who may be in danger of falling or hurting
themselves Correctly identifies patient by use of armband Call bell within reach Application of restraints Safe transportation of patients Adheres to guidelines for change of shift report and internal
transfer of patient care. Assists patient to dress/undress and prepares patient for
physical examination or testing such as x-ray. Anticipates need for equipment/supplies by physician or RN and
sets up/assists with suturing and other sterile procedures. Facilitates the patient out of the department, room turnover and
cleaning, and new patient to gurney undressed and ready for
examination when patient is discharged. Accurately handles charts
and discharging patient from computer correctly. Ensures that equipment is cleaned between patients and is
operational. Ensures that head of beds, patient areas, and carts are kept
restocked during each shift. Coordinates ordering unit supplies
with assigned personnel. Answers telephone & responds to questions or directs calls to
appropriate individual. Communicates all rhythm changes and dysrhythmias to RN.
Communicates observations of changes in patient condition to
RN/MD. Perform scribe duties if applicable.
Keywords: Eisenhower Medical Center, Palm Springs , Monitor Tech/CPT - Emergency Room, Other , Rancho Mirage, California
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