Nursing Monitor Technician - Atrium Health Cabarrus FT Nights

Primary Purpose 

Provides accurate cardiac rhythm surveillance through continuous monitoring of pediatric and/or adult telemetry patients. A standard procedure for rhythm observation and documentation is utilized, which contributes to positive patient outcomes for cardiac monitored patients.

Major Responsibilities 

• Ensures continuous telemetry monitoring is established and documentation is maintained.
• Ensures monitoring equipment is functioning correctly. 
• Ensures dysrhythmias or rhythm changes are communicated timely. 
• Maintains knowledge and skills related to dysrhythmia monitoring. 
• Participates in quality improvement projects. 
• Supports provision of age/developmental appropriate care in accordance with Age/Developmental Specific Care Guidelines for the age groups served. 
• Promotes efficient use of fiscal resources.

Minimum Job Requirements 

Education: High School Diploma or GED required.  

Certification / Registration / License:  Successful completion of an approved dysrhythmia course during first week of hire and must pass dysrhythmia test during first week of orientation.  

Work Experience 

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of various dysrhythmias 
• Knowledge of medical terminology 
• Basic computer skills 
• Strong communication skills   

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stretching, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies. Must speak and understand English in good understandable terms. Must have manual and finger dexterity. Physical abilities testing required. 

Atrium Health is one of the nation’s leading healthcare organizations, connecting patients with on-demand care, world-class specialists and the region’s largest primary care network. A recognized leader in healthcare delivery, quality and innovation, our foundation rests on providing clinically excellent and compassionate care.

We’ve been serving our community since 1940, when we opened our doors as Charlotte Memorial Hospital. Since then, our network has grown to include more than 40 hospitals and 900 care locations ranging from doctors’ offices to behavioral health centers to nursing homes.

Our focus: Delivering the highest quality patient care, supporting medical research and education, and joining with partners outside our walls to keep our community healthy.