Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Nurse

Position Summary

Centurion Surgery Center is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Registered Nurse (BSN) to join our team as a Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Nurse. In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring patients are medically prepared for surgery by conducting comprehensive preoperative assessments, coordinating required testing and medical clearances, educating patients, and collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preoperative nursing assessments via telephone and/or in person.
• Review patient medical histories, medications, allergies, surgical histories, and current health status.
• Evaluate laboratory results, EKGs, imaging studies, and other required preoperative testing to ensure patients meet surgical readiness requirements.
• Identify patients requiring additional medical clearance, diagnostic testing, or specialist consultation and coordinate appropriate follow-up.
• Communicate abnormal findings or concerns to surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Educate patients regarding preoperative instructions, medication management, fasting (NPO) requirements, arrival times, and postoperative expectations.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, scheduling staff, and other departments to ensure all required documentation and clearances are obtained prior to surgery.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Ensure compliance with Company policies, HIPAA, OSHA, infection prevention standards, and all applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient safety, operational efficiency, and the overall surgical experience.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• BSN required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency using electronic medical records (EMR).

• Preferred: Previous experience in Pre-Admission Testing, Ambulatory Surgery, Pre-Op, PACU, ICU, Emergency Department, or perioperative nursing.
• ACLS certification.
• Experience coordinating medical clearances and preoperative testing.

Why Join Our Team?

• We are committed to delivering exceptional patient care through teamwork, innovation, and clinical excellence.
• As a PAT Nurse, you'll play a vital role in ensuring patients are fully prepared for safe, successful surgical procedures while contributing to outstanding patient outcomes and an exceptional surgical experience.
• We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holidays.
• Continuing Education Opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Professional Development Opportunities.

About Jax Spine & Pain Centers

We are proud to be the leading providers of progressive interventional pain relief. Our team of board-certified physicians and medical staff are highly trained in all areas of diagnosis, treatment, and patient care.

LOOKING FOR A CAREER IN THE MEDICAL FIELD? Apply today and have the potential to join Northeast Florida’s Leading Interventional Pain Management Specialists. At Jax Spine & Pain Centers, we provide our patients with superior solutions to treat acute and chronic pain. Now serving multiple locations, our board certified physician's along with our professional staff value hands-on compassionate care, from the consultation through treatment.

Please see the list below for our current openings. We seek qualified, highly energized and self-motivated individuals who respect the essence of time and appreciate the value of a smile. We are always accepting resumes for the following positions:

• Medical assistants.
• DME technicians.
• Medical billing/AR specialists.
• Call center customer service representatives.