Preadmission Testing Nurse

Georgia Urology PA•Smyrna, GA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Sr. Director, ASC, the Preadmission Testing (PAT) Nurse contributes to Georgia Urology by providing safe, effective, and patient-centered preoperative nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and AAAHC standards. This role is responsible for preoperative assessment, coordination of care, and documentation to ensure patients are medically optimized and appropriately prepared prior to surgery. This role supports multiple Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) locations and serves as a centralized resource to ensure standardized preoperative processes, consistency, and efficiency across sites.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse (RN) nursing program
Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Georgia
Registered Nurse (RN), State of Georgia – required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – required
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
Knowledge of perioperative workflows, anesthesia considerations, and surgical risk stratification
Ability to exercise clinical judgment within established protocols and escalate appropriately while collaborating effectively within an interdisciplinary team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with electronic medical records and basic computer applications
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Previous experience in ambulatory surgery, perioperative nursing, preadmission testing, or preoperative assessment
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – preferred, as applicable

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive preadmission nursing assessments to evaluate patient readiness for scheduled surgical procedures
Obtain and assess medical histories, surgical histories, medications, allergies, and anesthesia risk factors
Review and verify preoperative testing, including laboratory results, EKGs, imaging, and outside medical records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Georgia Urology and ASC requirements
Identify abnormal findings, potential risks, or missing information and communicate promptly with anesthesia providers, surgeons, or other healthcare providers to facilitate appropriate clearance
Coordinate additional testing, medical clearances, or specialty consultations as indicated
Ensure all preoperative requirements are completed prior to surgery to reduce day-of-surgery delays and cancellations
Monitor and proactively follow up on outstanding testing, medical clearances, and documentation to support case readiness
Partner with ASC leadership and anesthesia providers to identify and address trends impacting surgical readiness and throughput
Contribute to performance improvement initiatives related to case cancellations, delays, and preoperative workflow efficiency
Provide clear and thorough patient education regarding preoperative instructions, medication management, NPO status, and day-of-surgery expectations
Respond to patient questions and concerns in a professional, compassionate, and timely manner
Serve as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, anesthesia providers, and ASC staff to ensure continuity of care
Accurately document all assessments, communications, and care coordination activities in the electronic medical record
Ensure documentation is complete, timely, and compliant with Georgia Urology policies, AAAHC standards, and regulatory requirements
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality at all times in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies
Support Georgia Urology’s commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and risk reduction initiatives
Participate in audits, peer reviews, and performance improvement activities related to preoperative services
Adhere to infection prevention, patient identification, and safety protocols consistent with AAAHC standards