PAT RN
Compass Surgical Partners•Cincinnati, OH
•Onsite
About The Position
The Pre-Admission Testing RN conducts comprehensive preoperative assessments to ensure patients are medically optimized and fully prepared for surgery. This role verifies required testing, identifies potential risks, coordinates with anesthesia and surgical teams, and supports patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the pre-admission process.
Requirements
- Active RN license in New Jersey
- Current BLS and ACLS certification (PALS if supporting pediatric patients)
- Associate’s degree or higher in nursing
- Strong assessment skills, communication abilities, and patient-advocacy focus
- Comfort using EMR systems and Microsoft Windows–based programs
Nice To Haves
- Pre-op, PACU, or critical-care experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough pre-admission nursing assessments, including medical history review, physical evaluation, and verification of required testing
- Identify abnormal results and communicate findings to anesthesia and admitting providers
- Ensure all pre-op documentation is complete, accurate, and available prior to surgery
- Educate patients and families on the perioperative experience, expectations, and care instructions
- Support patient safety, risk-management, and quality-improvement initiatives
- Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, and perioperative staff to ensure consistent patient information and readiness for surgery
- Maintain patient privacy, dignity, and age-appropriate care
- Participate in staff education, orientation, and ongoing professional development
- Demonstrate flexibility with scheduling needs and assist in adjusting workloads as needed
Benefits
- Healthcare benefits package
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
