Pre-Admit Testing: RNII PT Days
About the role
We at St. Peter’s Health Partners recognize that nursing is one of the most challenging careers and the most rewarding. We work with nurses to ensure that their professional experiences meet the expectations they had when they chose nursing.
While working in Pre-Admission testing, you will have the opportunity to work with patients in their pre-surgical experience prior to the day of surgery. The job involves patient assessment, coordination of needed services prior to surgery and pre op teaching for all types of surgery.
Responsibilities
This person also is responsible for medical review of charts and resolution of any diagnostic test issues prior to surgery. Employees interface with physicians, their office staff and the anesthesia dept. on a daily basis.
St. Peter's 13 surgical services include General, Thoracic, Cardiac, Genito-Urinary, Pediatric, Maxillofacial, Orthopedic, Plastic, Neurological, Anesthesia, Gynecological, Otolaryngological, and Ophthalmological and Vascular procedures.
Requirements
- Current NYS RN license
- ASN, BSN preferred
- Minimum 1 year of experience in ACUTE care nursing
- Minimum 3 years of Med/Surg experience preferred
Benefits
Nurses working in Pre-Admission testing have the support of comprehensive orientation developed by clinical nurse specialists in surgical nursing, on-site BLS classes, and ongoing clinical education. The staff is highly involved in quality improvement activities, program development, recognition activities, and team building. The clinical ladder program provides the opportunity for professional growth through mentoring, opportunities for leadership, and generous educational funding.
Pay
Pay Range: $40-$53.10. Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates.