Under direct supervision, perform arrhythmia or ECK monitor observations on assigned shift and communicates changes to the nursing staff.

• Obtain, compile, prepare and maintain records for the nursing unit assigned. Observe cardiac rhythm of patients on monitor. Run and post rhythm stripes at designated intervals. Initiate code blues. Interpret rhythms and validate computer readout. Check and verify lead placement on patients. Compare posted strip to previous strip and notify nursing staff of changes. Notify nursing staff of any change in cardiac rhythm. Place patient identification sticker on monitor. Recognize and respond to unusual or abnormal patient condition. Equipment and Instruments: Clean equipment after each patient use. Equipment includes cardiac (ECG) monitor, telemetry transmitter, central monitor bank, and Arrhythmia analysis/printer. Test equipment for proper working order. Ensure that equipment is in good working condition. Report equipment problems to supervisor. Maintain work area clean and orderly. Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

• Formal EKG or arrhythmia class with a minimum of 20 hours.
• Successful completion of arrhythmia updated within the last two years if basic arrhythmia class taken over two years ago.
• Successful completion of the Kaiser Permanente basic arrhythmia assessment test with a score of 80% or better.
• Adequate hearing either alone or with a hearing device. Previous monitor observer experience preferred.
• Ability to organize and ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Note: Education/License/Certification and Qualifications required for Moreno Valley Community Hospital employees acquired through Kaiser Permanentes purchase of Valley Health Systems Moreno Valley Community Hospital:
• Employees shall meet the minimum position qualifications as listed on their previous Valley Health System job description.

• School diploma or GED.

• Basic Life Support

• N/A

• N/A

Notes:

• May work rotating weekends.
• This is a part time position, days and hours may vary.

PrimaryLocation : California,Moreno Valley,Moreno Valley Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 24
Shift : Night
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 PM
WorkingHoursEnd : 07:30 AM
Job Schedule : Part-time
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B18|SEIU|United Healthworkers
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Clinical Support
Department : Moreno Valley Hospital - Mixed MedSurg/Tele Unit 2 - 0801
Travel : No
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.