Pre-Admission Testing Registered Nurse (PAT)

AHMC Healthcare • Riverside, CA

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About The Position

The Pre-Admission Testing Registered Nurse prepares patients for surgery and procedures by conducting comprehensive assessments, ensuring accurate documentation, and coordinating care to promote optimal patient outcomes. The role includes educating patients about preoperative instructions and post-operative care, screening for potential risks, and collaborating with surgical teams and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Current California RN License.
• Current Basic Life Support Level C (Healthcare Provider) certification.
• One to two years of acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-admission assessments, including medical history, medication reconciliation, and physical examinations, to evaluate readiness for surgery or procedures.
• Educate patients about upcoming procedures, including preoperative instructions, fasting guidelines, and post-operative care plans.
• Coordinate patient care plans with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals, and communicate pertinent information.
• Screen patients for potential anesthesia or surgical risks by reviewing medical histories and laboratory results; identify patients who need additional evaluation or intervention.
• Assist with specimen collection and processing, IV insertions, venipuncture, and aseptic techniques during preoperative procedures when necessary.
• Monitor vital signs and conduct physical examinations to assess physiological status and detect potential contraindications or complications before surgery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed