PAT Pre admissions testing (RN,LPN,MA)

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, focusing on medical history, symptoms, and treatment goals.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to develop individualized care plans.
• Provide patient education on multi-specialty surgery, treatment options, and post-procedure care.
• Offer emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
• Coordinate pre-procedure assessments, ensuring patients are adequately prepared for diagnostic and therapeutic interventions.
• Address patient concerns and questions related to upcoming procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure seamless patient care.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and administrative teams.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant, LPN, or Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid New Mexico license.
• Minimum of 2 years of Pre-Admissions experience in a clinical setting, preferably in Multi-Surgery.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to make sound nursing judgments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of gastroenterological conditions, procedures, and treatments.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.
• Ensure completed patient charts for next day are in locked cabinet in pre-op.
• Leave memos communicating necessary information to pre-op staff and next day’s pre-admit staff.
• Cross-trains in related areas.