What is the EKG Assessment?
The EKG Assessment is a short evaluation designed to demonstrate your ability to interpret telemetry strips.
Completed during onboarding, before claiming an orientation shift.
Automatically graded by the app, with a record created upon completion.
Can be saved and exited to complete at your own pace.
Who needs it?
Required for RNs with a Medical Specialty or Surgical Specialty on file.
How to complete it
Located in the app under "My Credentials."
Select the EKG assessment, attest to the directions, and select answers.
Use "Continue" to move forward and "Save and Exit" to return later.
Passing Score & Attempts
A passing score of 80% or higher is required.
You are given 2 attempts to pass.
After Completion
The assessment is automatically graded and the score is shown after submission.
If You Fail
If you fail the first attempt, you can select "retake EKG Assessment" on the score screen.
If you fail both attempts, you will be unable to retake the assessment.
Expiration
The EKG assessment expires after 5 years and must be retaken.
Questions?
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