Telemetry Monitoring Assessment Checklist
Daily telemetry monitoring assessment including lead placement verification, alarm settings review, and rhythm strip documentation.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Every shift
- Estimated Time: 10-15 minutes
- Role: Telemetry Nurse/Monitor Tech
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: AHA ECG Monitoring, Joint Commission Alarm Management, Hospital Policy
Monitoring Indication
Reason for monitoring
- Telemetry order verified?
- Indication for monitoring documented?
- Continued monitoring appropriate?
Lead Placement
Electrode verification
- All leads properly placed?
- Skin properly prepared?
- Electrodes fresh (within 24-48 hours)?
- Good quality waveform?
Alarm Parameters
Alarm settings review
- Alarm limits set appropriately?
- Alarms audible at central station?
- Parameters patient-specific?
Rhythm Documentation
ECG strip documentation
- Current rhythm identified?
- Rhythm strip documented?
- Heart rate documented?
- Rhythm changes reported to RN/MD?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
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Why Use This Telemetry Monitoring Assessment Checklist?
This telemetry monitoring assessment checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for telemetry nurse/monitor tech professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: every shift.
Ensures compliance with AHA ECG Monitoring, Joint Commission Alarm Management, Hospital Policy. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Telemetry Monitoring Assessment Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 8 sections: Monitoring Indication, Lead Placement, Alarm Parameters, Rhythm Documentation, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed every shift. Each completion takes approximately 10-15 minutes.
Who should use this Telemetry Monitoring Assessment Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Telemetry Nurse/Monitor Tech professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.