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Patient Monitor Observer - Full Time - Evening/Nights

Sanford Health

Fargo, NDFull-time$17–24/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$17–24/hr
Location
Fargo, ND
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Sanford Health’s Patient Monitor Observer supports patient safety through continuous observation, monitoring and interpreting heart rhythms and vital signs, and communicating concerns to nursing staff. The role also provides support services such as assembling patient charts, notifying departments about ordered tests and procedures, and stocking supplies. Shifts rotate between evenings and nights, with every other weekend and holiday required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient ObservationHeart Rhythm MonitoringVital Signs MonitoringAlarm InterpretationBasic Computer KeyboardingHealthcare KnowledgeAnatomyPhysiologyMedical TerminologyMedical Equipment

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Sanford Med Ctr Fargo Location: Fargo, ND Address: 5225 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, USA Shift: Varies Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 36.00 Salary Range: $17.00 - $24.00

Department Details

You would be observing patients for any movements or behaviors that might require help, such as trying to get out of bed or showing signs of distress. When something concerning happens, you follow the set guidelines and immediately contact the nursing staff. Your main responsibility is to ensure patients are safe by watching them continuously and communicating any concerns right away.

Shifts: Rotating Evenings and Nights. Every other Weekend and every other Holiday required.

Job Summary

The Monitor Tech provides support services. Some duties include: basic computer keyboarding skills, tearing down and assembling patient charts as appropriate, calling other departments to inform them of ordered tests and procedures as needed, and stocking supplies. In addition, the monitor tech will be responsible in monitoring and interpreting patient heart rhythms and vital signs as well as following set algorithm parameters that may raise alarms. Ability to interpret alarms and follow through with appropriate communication as needed.

Depending on location, the monitor tech may also be providing continuous observation and surveillance of assigned patients. Summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance. Follows set algorithms, interprets alarming events, and follows through with appropriate communication as needed.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) is required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0278831 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No

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