CLINICAL INTERVIEWING Patient Types: Higher level of telemetry patients PCI pre/post care, CHF, MI, DMII, GI, GU, ONC, Sepsis, Stroke, Neutropenia, COVID(higher level of oxygenation), PNA, AMS, TIA, AKI, Dehydrations, ETOH, Syncope, CKD, Afib with RVR, Dialysis, NSTEMI, Leukemia, Pulmonary Edema, Anemia, Shock, Chest pain, Hypoxia High volume of post-cath lab procedures – TR bands, stent placements (must be familiar with the procedure), fresh cath patients (no sheaths) requiring q15 min checks Do not take DKA – those patients go to ICU High Spanish-speaking population (30-50%) High volume of the underserved population – charity care – looking for compassionate caregivers Patient Ratios: Days: 1:4 Nights: 1:5 Required Certifications: BLS and ACLS required, ONS (Preferred) Oncology experience is not required. Support on the Unit: CNA: (Team Nursing) Days 1:6 Nights 1:8 Receptionist/HUC Charge nurse/Staff coordinator – Typically does not take patient assignments, will help with Occasionally will have 1-2 patients if staffing needs Phlebotomy – days/nights IV/VAT Team until 2300 Hospitalist – 24/7 Telemetry monitoring tech?