Under the direct supervision of an RN carries out quality patient care from ages newborn to geriatric according to hospital policies and procedures, functioning within the limitation of job scope, assuring patient comfort. Performs a variety of clerical duties according to hospital policies and procedures. Assists medical and nursing staff to maintain an accurate, chronological record of the patient’s hospital stay and course of treatment from ages newborn to geriatric. Assures patient/family needs are met. Demonstrates knowledge of patient/staff safety measures. Provides for open communication within the unit, with patients, families, physician and other health care providers and members of the public. Maintains the telemetry log book, documentation to include: admitting patients, documents and verifies patients telemetry units (P&P v. 13) and measures: PR, QRS, QT and rhythm at the beginning of the shift. The ability to analyze and report changes in the rate/rhythm of the cardiac patients to the professional nursing staff. Fills out the telemetry report sheet in Meditech for each patient on telemetry.

• Participates in nursing reports by contributing and receiving report from the professional nursing staff at the beginning of the shift.
• Assists staff nurses with physical care. Admission forms complete to include height, weight and patient belongings with signature.
• Assists staff nurses with patient monitoring and records vital signs accurately. Reports any abnormal vital signs to RN.
• Maintains skill level required to care for ICU patients.
• Assures that Patient/Family needs are met.
• Assists with or transports patients as necessary.
• Collects, properly labels and transports specimens to the correct area in a timely manner.
• Keeps area adequately stocked with supplies and paperwork to include; lounge, med room, nutrition room and desk areas.
• Assists with the training of new employees.
• Assumes responsibility for patient’s clothing and personal property including valuables.
• Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care assists as needed with ADL’s of patients & daily care.
• Receives, places and transfers telephone calls, utilizing proper telephone etiquette.
• Records and communicates or delivers message accurately in a timely manner.
• Requisitions supplies, maintenance and repair services and prepares proper forms for same on patient assignment board.
• Assists medical and nursing staff to maintain an accurate chronological record of patient’s hospital stay and assists with ensuring course of treatment is as prescribed.
• Responds to requests in a friendly and cooperative manner.
• Demonstrates competency in basic arrhythmia recognition, normal sinus rhythm, brad arrhythmias, tachyarrhythmia, and cardiac rhythm blocks. – works closely with Med/Surg to ensure telemetries are recorded accurately.

• High school graduate or equivalent required
• Current CNA or Basic EMT certification or LPN Licensure in the State of Colorado required.
• Minimum of one-year relevant experience as a Ward Secretary preferred
• BLS required or eligible within 60 days.
• Prefer certification of completion of Medical Terminology class.
• Completion of an electrocardiography course or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Good written and oral communication skills, accurate spelling.
• Strong customer service skills. Communicates well and supports the organization. Dependable, relates well to co-workers, other staff team player and adaptable.
• Computer skills required.
• Meditech experience preferred.

Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system that has been serving the Western Slope for over 100 years. We have grown to a 49-bed hospital with locations throughout Delta County. We proudly provide a wide range of medical services that meet the diverse needs of our community members. At all stages of life, we are here to provide remarkable care in a healing environment.

Employee Benefits: Medical, RX, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO, and Scholarships towards continued education.

Medical: Low monthly premiums; 100% coverage for all services provided within our Delta Health System without a deductible or co-payment. We offer alternative coverage to include massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Employer paid Life and Disability coverage.

Paid Time Off: 4 plus weeks of vacation (CAL) a year for Full-Time employees including sick pay and personal time off.

Retirement: 403B Plan -Up to a 3% retirement match.