Ludwick Renoit

Telemetry Monitor Tech @Saint Michael's Medical Center

Responsibilities include:1. Performs various procedures as directed. Sets-up and operates telemetry and electrocardiogram equipment. Observes cardiac monitor tracing of assigned patients on telemetry. Monitors ECG monitoring bank. Places patient on cardiac monitoring using proper skin preparation. Obtains clear, readable six second strips. Ensures monitor alarms are \"on\" when patient is on unit. Records measurements of heart rate, PR interval on rhythm strips. Documents rhythms with measurements on worksheet of all patients once a shift as necessary. Identifies Arrhythmia Ensures recorded rhythm strips are mounted and placed on patient\'s chart after review by the nurse. Documents changes in rhythm and rate; and notifies nurse. Provides nurses with initial rate and rhythm interpretation within 30 minutes of being connected to monitor. Implements cardiac monitoring orders as requested by the nurse. Review cardiac monitoring orders as requested by the nurse. Participates in the orientation of new telemetry technicians.2. Assists in ordering telemetry supplies and maintaining equipment. Maintains necessary supplies and inventory. Completes requisition forms with necessary data to maintain a supply of materials. Calls Bio-Medical Engineering/Maintenance, as necessary, for mechanical problems. Cleans cardiac monitoring equipment per infection control and bioengineering procedures