EKG Associate, NS26 Coronary Care Unit (Evenings)

The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH CTS EKG Associate, NS 26 Coronary Care Unit (Evenings).

Job Summary

Under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, the EKG Associate assists in all aspects of patient care and performs all designated functions. The EKG Associate also assists in maintaining a supportive and safe environment.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct cardiac monitoring on the adult population.
• Perform phlebotomy. 
• Perform direct nursing care activity as delegated.
• Perform indirect nursing activities as determined by routine assignment as well as clinic activity.
• Perform effective infection control measures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients. 
• Respond to the changing needs of patient care areas.
• Obtain, record, and exchange information on behalf of the patient.
• Plan appropriately to meet clinic objectives and take initiatives where necessary.
• Take an active role in managing resources.
• Maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities.
• Participate in personal/professional development.
• Use Ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHG's operating goals and objectives.
• Respect and promote patients' rights.
• Fosters/maintains positive public relations with patients, families, visitors, and staff.
• Communicates effectively with customers, visitors, patients, and staff.
• Represents the hospital positively by demonstrating respect and courtesy to all patients, colleagues, staff, and visitors.
• Perform other job related duties as needed and/or required. 

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of training course(s) and/or certificate for electrocardiography (EKG) or electrocardiograph (ECG), and Phlebotomy. 
• High School Diploma or equivalent. 
• Basic Life Support (BSL) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, education and training to the above. 

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-year of full-time experience providing essential treatment and patient care under professional supervision.
• Graduate of a Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program and/or graduate of a Medical Assistant Program.