GBSC PAT RN - Seasonal, Part-Time
About The Position
The Pre-admission Testing (PAT) RN ensures surgical patients are appropriately evaluated and prepared for scheduled procedures. The role includes comprehensive chart review, preoperative assessment, coordination with surgeons and anesthesia providers to optimize patient readiness, and education for patients and families about perioperative instructions. The PAT RN verifies that diagnostic testing, consents, and other preoperative requirements meet regulatory and facility standards to promote safe and efficient surgical care. The role is seasonal and part-time, with a Monday, Wednesday, and Friday schedule, at the Reno (GBSC) location in Reno, Nevada. The PAT RN reports to the Director of Nursing, Supervisor, or Manager.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited or NLN-approved RN program.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, obtained or renewed within 30 days of hire.
- At least one year of experience in specialty nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse license with the State of Nevada.
- Full command of spoken and written English.
- Maintain current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification per facility policy.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
- Ambulatory surgery center (ASC) experience.
Responsibilities
- Review patient history, allergies, medications, and comorbidities for anesthesia risk evaluation.
- Coordinate with surgeons’ offices to obtain missing information, test results, and medical clearances.
- Communicate with anesthesia providers about patients requiring additional review or optimization.
- Conduct and document pre-admission testing interviews in person or by phone, and accurately record findings in the electronic health record.
- Provide patients and families with detailed preoperative instructions and postoperative expectations.
- Review diagnostic tests, including laboratory results, chest X-rays, and EKGs, and understand and interpret diagnostic measures.
- Participate in process improvement activities related to patient flow, cancellations, and same-day surgery readiness.
- Follow applicable AAAHC, CMS, and CDPH regulations and HIPAA privacy requirements.
- Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement activities related to surgical readiness and cancellations.
- Follow USP <797>/<800> and facility medication-safety policies when handling or reviewing medications during preadmission review.
- Support the center’s policies, procedures, and nursing philosophy; report unusual patient or staff events and incidents or alleged incidents of abuse, harassment, or injury as required.
- Participate in ongoing education, in-services, and competency validation; maintain required certifications per facility policy.
- Use appropriate communication channels, cooperate with colleagues, share workload, seek guidance when needed, and communicate patient-care information clearly and concisely.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, Administration, and Pre-Op/PACU staff to ensure surgical readiness and optimize patient outcomes.
- Communicate with offices and scheduling teams to ensure required documentation is received before the procedure date.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
