<p>Summary of Position:#Prepares patients and performs necessary tests such as electrocardiograms and Holter monitor hook-ups.# Prepares, edits and processes related reports for physician interpretation and distribution.## Utilizes MUSE automated EKG system.# Responds to Code Blue emergencies.# Completes necessary quality improvement activities. Primary Job Responsibilities:# Performs electrocardiograms as directed by physician and according to procedure.# Processes all EKGs including those performed by Pre-Procedure Testing and 11pm-7am shift nursing personnel. Performs Holter Monitor Hook-ups and discontinuances according to procedure. Utilizes all aspects MUSE automated EKG system and reports problems to the director. Responds to all Code Blue emergencies within hospital, hooks machine to patient, runs continuous 3-lead rhythm strip and responds to direction of physician running code. Observes and communicates pertinent information and changes in patient#s condition to the RN. Recognizes and reports abnormal results or complaints to RN, Charge RN and/or the Director. Collects physical, social and emotional data on patient and participates in associated care planning for patients. Prepares and cleans equipment according to policy and follows proper procedure for equipment in need of repair. Re-stocks all cardiographs at end of shift and completes QA documentation in each cardiograph per policy. Enters patient charges in Meditech system by end of shift and assists in resolving billing issues. Utilizes all safety devices according to guidelines and disposes appropriately. Maintains and assists with environmental cleanliness. Provides for patient safety through preventive measures (e.g. two patient identifiers, gait belts, bed/chair alarms, fall prevention and the maintenance of skin integrity). Practices appropriate hand-washing techniques, adheres to infection control, and isolation procedures. # Minimum Qualifications:#High School graduate or GED required.##Previous patient care experience preferred. # Salary Range: $19.38 - $31.82 Pay Grade: 22 Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.</p> <p>Summary of Position: Prepares patients and performs necessary tests such as electrocardiograms and Holter monitor hook-ups. Prepares, edits and processes related reports for physician interpretation and distribution. Utilizes MUSE automated EKG system. Responds to Code Blue emergencies. Completes necessary quality improvement activities.</p> <p>Primary Job Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Performs electrocardiograms as directed by physician and according to procedure. </li></ul> <p>Processes all EKGs including those performed by Pre-Procedure Testing and 11pm-7am shift nursing personnel.</p> <ul> <li>Performs Holter Monitor Hook-ups and discontinuances according to procedure. Utilizes all aspects MUSE automated EKG system and reports problems to the director. </li><li>Responds to all Code Blue emergencies within hospital, hooks machine to patient, runs continuous 3-lead rhythm strip and responds to direction of physician running code. </li><li>Observes and communicates pertinent information and changes in patient's condition to the RN. Recognizes and reports abnormal results or complaints to RN, Charge RN and/or the Director. Collects physical, social and emotional data on patient and participates in associated care planning for patients. </li><li>Prepares and cleans equipment according to policy and follows proper procedure for equipment in need of repair. Re-stocks all cardiographs at end of shift and completes QA documentation in each cardiograph per policy. </li><li>Enters patient charges in Meditech system by end of shift and assists in resolving billing issues. </li><li>Utilizes all safety devices according to guidelines and disposes appropriately. Maintains and assists with environmental cleanliness. Provides for patient safety through preventive measures (e.g. two patient identifiers, gait belts, bed/chair alarms, fall prevention and the maintenance of skin integrity). Practices appropriate hand-washing techniques, adheres to infection control, and isolation procedures. </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or GED required. Previous patient care experience preferred.</p> <p>Salary Range: $19.38 - $31.82</p> <p>Pay Grade: 22</p> <p>Compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to: overall experience and qualifications, shift, and location.</p>