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Springhill Hospitals Inc
Care Tech - Telemetry I - Day Shift
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Telemetry Technician operates EKG (electrocardiogram) equipment to monitor heart activity in a patient. Works closely with cardiologists to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and problems.
$38,572 / year median in Alabama
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Telemetry I/3200 is a 27-bed unit. Working on a telemetry floor presents the opportunity for all nurses to learn and understand how to identify, interpret and manage cardiac rhythms, as well as receiving continuing education on cardiac treatments, medications, and cardiac drips. In addition to cardiac patients, Telemetry I/3200 cares for pulmonary patients (pneumonia and COPD), gastrointestinal patients (gastrointestinal bleeds, small bowel obstructions), ICU step down patients (tracheostomy care, percutaneous endo-gastric tube management, total parenteral nutrition management, foley catheter management, wound care). Stay Connected! To ensure you don't miss important updates, we encourage you to opt in to receive text message notifications and check your email regularly throughout the hiring process. This helps us communicate with you quickly and ensures you receive timely updates regarding your application.