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Children's Hospital Medical Center Monitor Tech - Career, Liberty TCC Stepdown ICU in Liberty Township, Ohio
Job Description At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's. Cincinnati Children's Hospital Has Been Named: * Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 children's hospital in the nation * One of four Medical Centers making the list of the 2022 Glassdoor Best Places to Work * A Top Hospital and Health System for Diversity recognized by DiversityInc * One of the nation's most innovative companies by Fortune in March 2023 * An LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer in 2022 by The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) JOB RESPONSIBILITIES * Monitor Observation - Continuously observes and accurately recognizes actionable conditions on the cardio-respiratory and video monitors. Reliably detects changes from patient baseline (cardio-respiratory) and observational changes of actual patient (via video) and reports the changes to caregiver. Systematically scans and interprets screens. Utilizes appropriate algorithm in response to monitor interpretation. Distinguishes artifact from valid waveforms. Is able to differentiate life threatening changes. Ensures timely caregiver response to alarm situations. Validates/documents appropriateness of alarm settings, according to age specifications or order with RN caregiver each shift. Participates in daily high level review with clinical staff Maintains on-going documentation of monitor pattern during MRT/code situations. Monitors sound levels and intervenes real time to promote healing environment. Runs/analyzes decibel reports. Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to reduce noise levels. Orchestrates home video connections for families per guidelines. Gives thorough report to covering individuals. * Customer Service - Demonstrates the Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors and co-workers by actively participating as a front-line example of extraordinary customer service and satisfaction; and interacts with parents/guardians to obtain non-clinical information as requested. * Communication - Promptly and effectively communicates significant cardiopulmonary events or impending safety risks to RN/RT. Keeps audio station open during emergency situations and responds to requests. Seeks counsel from clinical staff if alarm parameters need to be altered. Gives report to covering individuals. Report present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change of shift summary. Document information appropriately in patient medical record.Utilizes SBAR communication technique when interacting with caregivers in regards to alarm status and/or patient status. Properly responds to phone calls, nurse call system, internal and external customers, and calls placed on hold; and when necessary, takes a clear and concise message that is relayed in a timely manner. * Compliance - Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Be mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers, nurse council and magnet representatives to identify and share best practices in safety. Ensures and reviews timeliness, accuracy, avaiApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjA3NjI3LjEwNTA4QGNpbmNpbm5hdGljaGlsZHJlbnNjb21wLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ