About this opportunity
TriHealth lists this Acute Care Tech I– Telemetry Stepdown Unit-PRN/Optional opportunity in cincinnati, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Acute Care Tech I - Telemetry Stepdown Unit
Requisition ID:
Location: Good Samaritan Hospital -375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
Job Type: PRN/Optional- Nights - 6:30pm-7:00am
About TriHealth & This Role
11ABCD Medical Cardiac Step-Down Unit - Good Samaritan Hospital
The 11ABCD Medical Cardiac Step-Down unit at Good Samaritan Hospital is an intermediate care area dedicated to patients with a variety of cardiac conditions. Our team focuses on caring for patients experiencing chest pain, those recovering from myocardial infarctions (MI), congestive heart failure (CHF), and cardiac arrhythmias. This unit provides an essential bridge for patients transitioning from critical care to a less intensive setting while still requiring specialized cardiac monitoring and support. In addition to cardiac care, the unit also provides high-intensity non-invasive ventilation and serves as a back-up stroke unit.
The unit features 39 beds, and staffing is carefully tailored to meet the needs of our patients.
We welcome both experienced nurses and new graduates to our team. With a supportive environment and opportunities for growth, we ensure that all staff members have the tools they need to provide exceptional care to our patients.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Supportive, team-centered culture built on communication, compassion, and respect.
Hands-on experience in a high-acuity Telemetry setting that strengthens clinical skills.
Opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks.
Leadership that promotes professional growth and continuous learning.
Comprehensive TriHealth benefits, wellness programs, and career support.
Qualifications
Required
2 years High School Education
Age 17 with work permit
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
Schedule & Work Location
FTE: PRN/Optional - 4 Hours Weekly
Shift: Nights - 6:30pm-7:00am
Hospital: Good Samaritan Hospital (Telemetry Stepdown Unit)
On- site inpatient role
Benefits Snapshot
TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.
Job Overview
This position performs clerical duties as well as maintaining skills necessary to observe and interpret central cardiac monitors. This position requires the interpersonal skills to communicate with respect and compassion to customers: communications information through various telecommunication devices; and assists in coordinating patient flow.
Job Requirements
2 years High School Education
Age 17 with work permit
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
Job Responsibilities
Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner. Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities. Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.
Acknowledges need for self-growth and accountability. Identifies area for self-improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit changes.
Working Conditions
Bending - Frequently
Climbing - Occasionally
Concentrating - Consistently
Continuous Learning - Consistently
Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Frequently
Lifting Pulling - Consistently
Pushing - Consistently
Reaching - Consistently
Reading - Consistently
Sitting - Frequently
Standing - Consistently
Stooping - Frequently
Talking - Consistently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Freq
Color Vision - Occasionally
Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Consistently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
Serve: ALWAYS...
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
Keywords
Acute Care Tech, ACT, PCA, Critical Care, Telemetry, TriHealth, Good Samaritan
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Worksite address
cincinnati, OH, 45208, US
Who can apply
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