RN / REGISTERED NURSE - PRE ANESTHESIA TESTING (PAT) - PRN

Beebe Healthcare•Rehoboth Beach, DE

1d•$36 - $60

About The Position

The Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse is a clinically competent, licensed professional with expertise in perioperative nursing care. The role delivers comprehensive, patient-centered care to surgical patients during the pre-anesthesia phase and ensures they are optimally prepared for procedures. The PAT RN uses the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to coordinate and provide safe, effective perioperative care. Through preoperative evaluations, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the nurse identifies potential risks, supports clinical decision-making, and promotes positive surgical outcomes. The nurse also serves as a clinical resource, applying knowledge of perioperative standards, anesthesia requirements, and patient safety practices to support continuity of care throughout the surgical experience.

Requirements

Current hospital experience within the past five years, or be a new graduate within the last two years.
Current RN (Registered Nurse) credential.
BLS (Basic Life Saving) certification.
Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
Must complete Point of Care Testing training as part of Department Orientation.
Knowledge of the nursing process and its application: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of recent perioperative experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive pre-operative patient assessments, collecting, interpreting, documenting, and communicating pertinent clinical data relevant to surgical care.
Perform and document accurate medication reconciliation during patient phone interviews, ensuring all medications are clearly identified on the Medication Reconciliation Sheet.
Use the nursing process—assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation—to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered pre-operative care.
Develop individualized care plans based on patient assessment data to support intraoperative and perioperative needs.
Provide direct patient care addressing physical and psychological needs in preparation for surgery.
Evaluate patient responses to interventions and modify care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
Document all pre-operative care activities accurately and completely in accordance with organizational standards.
Demonstrate proficiency in clinical documentation and system use, including Invision, Gold, and ORSOS processes.
Educate patients and caregivers by explaining treatments, tests, procedures, and pre-operative requirements.
Provide detailed pre-operative instructions to patients and responsible caregivers before discharge from the PAT area.
Apply pain management principles to assess, educate, and support patients throughout the pre-operative phase.
Use critical thinking, prioritization, and time management skills in a fast-paced pre-operative environment.
Handle, use, and care for departmental supplies and equipment appropriately and cost-effectively.
Ensure efficient resource utilization while supporting quality patient care and operational effectiveness.
Demonstrate understanding of pre-operative nursing concepts, including the rationale and methods behind clinical practices.