Blog — Guides & Resources for Telemetry Professionals

  • The Best ECG Books for Monitor Technicians (2026) — A practical reading list for telemetry monitor techs — from first-day beginner picks to the advanced references working techs keep at the station.
  • Why Static EKG Practice Strips Are Not Enough — Textbook strips and photocopies train you to match pictures, not interpret live rhythms. Here is what real EKG training looks like and why dynamic practice matters.
  • How to Choose a Free EKG Simulator for Telemetry Training (2026) — What to look for in a free EKG simulator — real-time waveforms, rhythm variety, study tools, and display realism. A practical checklist for telemetry monitor tech training.
  • The 5 Lethal Rhythms Every Monitor Tech Must Recognize — These five cardiac rhythms require immediate action. Learn what they look like on the monitor, why they are dangerous, and exactly what to do when you see them.
  • How to Read an EKG Strip in 6 Steps — A beginner-friendly, step-by-step method for interpreting any EKG rhythm strip — rate, rhythm, P waves, PR interval, QRS width, and overall assessment.
  • What to Expect on Your First Telemetry Tech Shift — A realistic walkthrough of your first day at the central monitoring station — shift handoff, patient assignments, alarm management, and how to communicate with nurses.
  • CET vs CRAT: Which EKG Certification Should You Get? — A side-by-side comparison of the CET (NHA) and CRAT (CCI) certifications — exam format, cost, content focus, and which one hiring managers prefer.
  • How to Become a Telemetry Monitor Tech — A complete guide to becoming a telemetry monitor technician — training pathways, certification options, salary expectations, and how to prepare.