Pre-Admit Testing RN

About the role

A Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse evaluates and prepares patients for scheduled surgical or procedural interventions. They conduct physical assessments, review medical histories. The RN educates patients and ensures all clinical and administrative requirements are met to prevent day-of-surgery delays. Periodically this role will work in Pre OP/Recovery to support team and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment: Conduct comprehensive pre-operative phone interviews to collect medical histories, medication lists, and identify potential surgical or anesthesia risks
• Pre-Op Education: Teach patients about pre-surgical protocols (such as NPO status, which medications to hold) what to expect during their visit, and basic post-operative care plans
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologist, and physicians to ensure patients are medical optimized and that all necessary clearances are in the chart
• Verify surgical consents, medical records and medication reconciliation in the EHR system prior to procedure date
• Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for the pre-operative and post-operative patients
• Administer medications and treatments ordered by the physician
• Cares and discharges pre-operative patients according to facility policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state where employed
• Experience in pre-admission testing or similar healthcare setting preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Life Insurance
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

TBD