Pre-Admission Testing RN - Surgery

Avita Health System•Ontario, OH

21h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Surgery Nurse Manager, the Pre-Admission Testing Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for seeing patients for Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) appointments or placing PAT phone calls, if appropriate, for patients scheduled for surgery prior to date of surgery. This role involves conducting pre-admission assessments, reviewing medical and medication history, and ordering appropriate lab work, x-rays, and other necessary tests. The RN is responsible for implementing the policies and procedures of the Surgery Department to ensure the appropriateness of care for all patients.

Requirements

Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio.
Current BLS & ACLS certifications.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) year work experience in the operating room.

Responsibilities

See patients for Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) appointments.
Place PAT phone calls, if appropriate, for patients scheduled for surgery.
Conduct pre-admission assessments, medical history, and medication history reviews.
Order appropriate lab work, x-rays, and other necessary tests.
Implement the policies and procedures of the Surgery Department to ensure the appropriateness of care for all patients.