Anatomy, Cardiac Monitoring, Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Disease, Patient Care, Performance Analysis
Overview
Performs repetitive and basic therapeutic procedures consistent with the duties of a Patient Care Aide. Supports team members by assisting as needed to assure optimal patient care. Assists with duties (within scope of limitations) in lab rooms when needed.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School diploma/GED required.
- BCLS required within 90 days of employment.
- EKG Competency Testing is required within the first 90 days of employment and annually; visual identification of 5 Lethal Cardiac Rhythms, passing with a score of 100%.
Experience:
- Minimum of six months in the Patient Care Aide role or equivalent position.
- Possesses knowledge of basic understanding of cardiopulmonary anatomy.
Additional Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to adapt to a fast paced dynamic work environment related to changing daily work schedules.
- Working with patients with acute, chronic, and complex cardiac disease.
- Maintains absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of diagnostic procedures.
- Ability to learn techniques quickly and accurately.
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Huntsville Memorial Hospital