Pre-Admission Testing RN, Surgery Center of Highlands Ranch

SCA Health•Highlands Ranch, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Center of Highlands Ranch is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) in Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) to join its perioperative team. The role conducts preoperative patient assessments, reviews medical histories and diagnostic testing, coordinates surgical clearances, and ensures patients are safely prepared for surgery. The ideal candidate enjoys patient assessment, surgical readiness screening, interdisciplinary collaboration, and delivering perioperative care. The position is Monday through Friday, with no overnight shifts, in a collaborative ambulatory surgery center environment. It offers the opportunity to use advanced assessment and critical-thinking skills to help ensure excellent patient outcomes.

Requirements

Active RN license in Colorado.
Strong clinical assessment, care coordination, and patient education skills.
BLS certification required.

Nice To Haves

Previous Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) experience is strongly preferred.
ICU, Critical Care, PreOp, PACU, or perioperative nursing experience is highly preferred.
ACLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments and patient interviews.
Review medical records, laboratory results, EKGs, and diagnostic results for surgical readiness.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and referring physicians regarding patient clearance needs.
Educate patients on surgery preparation, medication management, and postoperative expectations.
Identify potential clinical risks and advocate for patient safety throughout the perioperative process.
Document assessments accurately and communicate findings to the care team.