Telemetry/Progressive Skills Checklist







Key - for each box mark:
  1. Limited or no experience
  2. Somewhat experienced but may need review
  3. Can function independently
  4. Competent to supervise
 
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Cardiovascular
Assessment
Abnormal Heart Sounds
Auscultation (rate, rhythm)
Doppler
Pulses
Peripheral Edema
Neck Vein Distention
Lab Values
   Cardiac Enzymes and Isoenzymes
   Electrolytes
   Coagulation Studies
   Digoxin Levels
Procedures
Assist with
   Arterial Line Insertion
   Central Line Insertion
   Open Chest Emergency
   Pulmonary Arterial
   Catheter/Swan-Ganz Insertion
   Transesophageal Echocardiogram
Cardioversion
Hemodynamic Monitoring (Invasive)
   Mean Arterial (MAP)
   Central Venous (CVP)
   Femoral Artery Sheath Removal
   Pulmonary Artery/Capillary Wedge
   Radial Artery
   Cardiac Index
   Cardiac Output
   SVO2
Monitoring (Non-invasive)
   12 Lead EKG Interpretation
   Arrhythmia Interpretation
   Lead Placement: 5 ElectrodeTelemetry
   Lead Placement: I, III, V-Leads
   Lead Placement: Lead II and MCL
   Rhythm Strip Assessment
Equipment
Automatic Internal
Cardioverter/Defibrillator
Pacemakers
   External
   Permanent
   Temporary Epicardial Wires
   Temporary External Pacing
   Temporary Transvenous
Intra-aortic Balloon Pump
12 Lead EKG
Care of Patient with
Aneurysm
Acute MI
Cardiac Arrest
Cardiomyopathy
Unstable Angina
Cardiac Tamponade
Femoral-Popliteal Bypass
CHF
PTCA
Heart Transplant
Open-Heart Surgery
Infective Endocarditis
Multiple Organ Failure
Pericarditis
Post Stent Intracoronary Placement
Post-CABG
Post Arthrectomy
Pre/Post Cardiac Catheterization
Shock
   Septic
   Hypovolemic
   Cardiogenic
   Neurogenic
   Anaphylactic
Medications
Atropine
Anticoagulants
Coagulants
ACE Inhibitors
Lidocaine
Bicarbonate
Beta Blockers
Digoxin
Dopamine
Epinephrine
Isuprel
Nipride
Nitroglycerine
Calcium Channel Blockers
Thrombolytic Agents
Pulmonary
Assessment
Breath/Lung Sounds
Breathing Patterns
Cough/Secretions
Skin/Nail Color
Lab Values
   Blood Gases
   Aminophylline Levels
Procedures
Airway Management/Suctioning
   Endotracheal Suctioning
   Extubation
   Tracheostomy Suctioning
Assist with
   Bronchoscopy
   Chest Tube Insertion
   Emergency Tracheostomy
   Thoracentesis
   Intubation
   Oral Airway Insertion
Chest Physiotherapy
Intervention for Respiratory Complications
   Aspiration
   Laryngospasm
   Tension Pneumothorax
Weaning Modes
Equipment
Pleurevac or Thoraclex Drainage
Water Seal Drainage
O2 Therapy Delivery Systems
   Ambu Bag and Mask
   ET Tube
   Face Masks
   Nasal Cannula
   Portable O2 Tank
   Trach Collar
Ventilator Management
   External CPAP
   High Frequency Jet Ventilation
   IMV
   PEEP
   Pressure Support
   Weaning Modes
Nebulizers
Care of Patient with
Acute Pneumonia
ARDS
COPD
Fresh Tracheostomy
Pulmonary Edema
Pulmonary Embolism
Pneumonthorax
Inhalation Injuries
Medications
Aminophylline
Corticosteroids
Ventolin (Albuterol)
Neurological
Assessment
Cranial Nerves
Level of Consciousness
Reflex/Motor Reflexes
Visual or Communication Deficits
Procedures
Assist with Lumbar Puncture
Seizure Precautions
Spinal Precautions
Measuring Intracranial Pressure
Equipment
Hyper/Hypothermia Blanket
Care of Patient with
Coma
Closed Head Injury
CVA
Delirium Tremens
Intracranial Tumor
Spinal Cord Injury
Craniotomy
CNS Infections
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Medications
Decadron
Solu-Medral
Magnesium Sulfate
Mannitol
Anti-convulsants
Anti-depressants
Musculoskeletal/Integumentary
Assessment
Circulation Checks
Gait/Mobility
Strength
Posture
Skin Integrity
Procedures
Crutch Walking
Use of Assistive Devices
Body Mechanics
Burn Care
Equipment
Special Beds
K-Pad
Splints/Immobilizers
Tens
Hoyer Lift
Support Devices
   Cane
   Cervical Collar
   Gain Belt
   Sling
   Walker
   Wheelchair
Care of Patient with
Amputation
Cast
Laminectomy/Cervical Fusion
Burns
Skin Grafts
Medications
Analgesics
Muscle Relaxants
Topical Agents
Gastrointestinal
Assessment
Bowel Sounds
Nutritional Status/Weight
Lab Values
   Serum Ammonia
   Serum Amylase
   Liver Function Tests
Procedures
Tube Feeding
Management of
   Jejunostomy Tube
   T-tube
   TPN and Lipids Administration
   PPN (Peripheral Parenteral Nurtition)
NG Tube Insertion
Paracentesis
Enemas
Removal of Fecal Impaction
Equipment
Drains
Tubes
   N/G
   G-Tube
Care of Patient with
Bowel Obstruction
Colostomy
ERCP
Esophageal Bleeding
GI Surgery
Hepatitis
Ileostomy
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Liver Failure
Medications/Supplements
AquaMephyton (Vitamin K)
Anti-emetics
Anti-spasmotics
Tube Feeding Solutions
Kayexelate
Renal/Genitourinary
Assessment
Fluid and Electrolyte Status
A/V Fistula/Shunt Status
Lab Values
   Electrolytes
   BUN and Creatinine
Procedures
Bladder Irrigation
Nephrostomy Tube Management
Peritoneal Dialysis
Care of Patient with
Acute Renal Failure
Chronic Renal Failure
Hemodialysis
Peritoneal Dialysis
TURP
Urinary Tract Infection
Medications
KCl
Diuretics
Endocrine/Metabolic
Assessment
Mental Status
Diabetic Coma
Insulin Reaction
Lab Values
   Blood Glucose
   Glucose Tolerance
   Fasting Blood Sugar
   Ketone Bodies
   Serum Calcium
Equipment
Insulin Pumps
Care of Patient with
Diabetes Mellitus
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Insulin Shock
Medications
Insulins
   Long-acting
   Medium-acting
   Short-acting
Oral Antihyperglycemics
Glucogon
Thyroid Replacement
Steroids-Adrenocorticosteroids
Hematology/Oncology
Assessment
Tumor Classifications
Lab Values
   Blood Count Markers
   Blood Chemistry
Anticoagulant Agents
Anticoagulant Antidotes
Procedures
Patient/Family Counseling
   Grieving Process
   Altered Image
Patient Teaching
   Relaxation Techniques
   Imagery
   Side Effects of Chemotherapy
Care of Patient with
Anemia
Immunosuppressed Conditions
DIC
Medications
Antineoplastic Agents
Chemotherapeutic Agents

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