The Department of Nursing at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time EKG Associate, NS61 Med/Surg (Nights). 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 • Performs phlebotomy • Practices effective infection control measures • Performs direct nursing care activity as delegated • Performs indirect nursing care activities as determined by routine assignment and unit activity • Demonstrates knowledge of normal growth and development in the delivery of care to patients • Responds to the changing needs of patient care areas • Use problem-solving in meeting patient care and unit needs • Maintains a safe and efficient work environment • Obtains, records, and exchanges information on behalf of the patient • Uses ethical principles to guide decisions and actions consistent with UHB’s operating goals and objectives • Respect and promote patient 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 • Participates in quality improvement and contributes to process improvement activities • Takes an active role in managing resources • Plans appropriately to meet departmental objectives and takes initiatives where necessary • Participates in activities to promote and foster team spirit and boost unit morale • Utilizes effective skills in communicating with members of the health care team • Takes an active role in personal/professional development • Other duties and responsibilities as required Required Qualifications • Successful completion of training course(s) and/or certificate for electrocardiography (EKG) or electrocardiograph (ECG), and Phlebotomy • High school diploma or its educational equivalent • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Associate (AHA) • Or, a satisfactory equivalent combination of experience, training and education Preferred Qualifications • One 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