Pre-Admit Testing RN

Surgery Partners, Inc•Layton, UT

9h•Onsite

About The Position

A Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse evaluates and prepares patients for scheduled surgical or procedural interventions. They conduct physical assessments, review medical histories. The RN educates patients and ensures all clinical and administrative requirements are met to prevent day-of-surgery delays. Periodically this role will work in Pre OP/Recovery to support team and patient care.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) license
Experience in pre-operative or post-operative care
Proficiency in conducting physical assessments
Ability to review medical histories
Knowledge of pre-surgical protocols (NPO status, medication holding)
Experience with EHR systems
Familiarity with surgical consents and medication reconciliation
Ability to administer medications and treatments
Understanding of facility policies for patient care and discharge

Nice To Haves

Experience in Pre OP/Recovery
Strong communication and patient education skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with a healthcare team

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive pre-operative phone interviews to collect medical histories, medication lists, and identify potential surgical or anesthesia risks
Teach patients about pre-surgical protocols (such as NPO status, which medications to hold) what to expect during their visit, and basic post-operative care plans
Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologist, and physicians to ensure patients are medical optimized and that all necessary clearances are in the chart.
Verify surgical consents, medical records and medication reconciliation in the EHR system prior to procedure date
Assesses, develops and implements total nursing care for the pre-operative and post-operative patients
Administer medications and treatments ordered by the physician.
Cares and discharges pre-operative patients according to facility policies