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HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball
Telemetry Technician
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A Telemetry Technician operates EKG (electrocardiogram) equipment to monitor heart activity in a patient. Works closely with cardiologists to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and problems.
$40,752 / year median in Texas
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Telemetry Technician today with HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball. Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse coordinates nursing care for the patient and participates in patient / family education. Works collaboratively with ancillary staff and other patient care personnel in maintaining standards of professional nursing practice in the clinical setting. Participates in performance improvement activities to improve patient safety and quality of care. Values each individual's unique and intrinsic worth when dealing with patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers. Promotes a supportive, team-work oriented environment. Fulfills departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range plan, mission, vision and values of Bayshore Medical Center. What you will do in this role: Accurately documents in the patient's record a description of the nursing care provided. Administers medication in a safe, knowledgeable and accurate manner. Follows laws, regulations, and hospital policy as it relates to controlled substances. Assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for assigned patients, including discharge planning, utilizing an interdisciplinary team approach. Assists the physician with examinations, tests and procedures. Carries out physician orders in a safe and appropriate manner. Completes and demonstrates proficiency with unit based clinical and age-appropriate nursing competencies. Complies with applicable hospital policy/procedure. Essential duties and responsibilities include the following: Provides general nursing care to assigned patients. Ethics and Compliance. Accountable for behaviors relative to the values articulated in the Mission & Values Statement - "Will act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness in the way we conduct our business and the way we live our lives." Accountable for attending annual Code of Conduct training. Monitors and observes the patient and accurately records changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment. Notified appropriate individuals of changes in condition and utilizes the established chain of command when necessary. Participates in hospital performance improvement activities to improve safety and patient outcomes. Performs other duties as assigned or required. Plans and coordinates patient/family teaching and assesses understanding of information provided. Promotes an atmosphere of collaboration and teamwork by exhibiting professional behavior that demonstrates a commitment to the provision of quality patient care and support of a professional working environment.