Pre-Admission Testing RN
OrthoNY · Albany, NY · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
Position Summary
The Pre-Admission Testing Nurse is a vital member of the team, responsible for conducting comprehensive pre-operative assessments of patients. This role ensures that each patient is thoroughly evaluated and prepared for surgery, contributing to their safety and overall surgical outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasive procedures to evaluate their physical and emotional readiness;
- Contact primary care to obtain results of labs and clearance;
- Review patient data received; review with anesthesiologist prior to day of surgery;
- Reach out to patient for further information as needed;
- Review schedule for equipment needs and inventory;
- Other responsibilities as needed/assigned.
Qualifications
- Current unrestricted NYS RN license;
- Minimum 5 years of experience as an RN preferred;
- Ability to effectively communicate with providers, patients and peers;
- Previous PAT or surgical experience:
- Capable of decision making when applicable.
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.