Registered Nurse, Pre-Admission Testing/PAT- Per diem, Days (Remote)

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Milton, GA

3d•$36 - $90•Remote

About The Position

The Registered Nurse on the Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) team prepares patients for surgery by conducting pre-operative assessments, reviewing medical and medication histories, evaluating readiness, and coordinating required medical clearances and orders. The nurse may see patients for PAT appointments or conduct telephonic interviews when appropriate. The role includes reviewing records, requests, faxes, test results, and clearances, and following up on laboratory and other perioperative tests in collaboration with nurse practitioners. The position provides patient and family education about anesthesia, procedural expectations, and hospital arrival instructions, and supports informed decision-making and safe, effective surgical care. The nurse collaborates with patients, providers, surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing colleagues, procedural teams, and other departments. Duties also include supporting practice guidelines, policies, protocols, quality improvement, teamwork, and patient experience. This is a per diem, fully remote opportunity after initial on-site orientation and onboarding at Milton Hospital. A minimum commitment of 16 hours per month is required; 8-hour and 10-hour shifts are available, and there are no call requirements. The ideal availability is 2–3 shifts per week.

Requirements

Registered Nurse licensed in Massachusetts.
Minimum of 3–5 years of surgical services experience.
Current CPR.
Ability to use Microsoft Word products, including Word and Excel.
Outstanding written, oral, and presentation communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multitask.
Ability to maintain collegial and professional relationships within and across departments and care disciplines.
Compliance with the organization's requirement that all staff be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Epic experience.

Responsibilities

Conduct full nursing assessments and evaluations for patients scheduled for surgery, retrieve records as indicated, and review medical and medication histories.
Review daily requests, faxes, and completed clearances.
Respond promptly to telephone inquiries, screen calls, and provide information to patients and staff.
Follow up on laboratory and other tests obtained during the perioperative period in collaboration with nurse practitioners.
Participate in developing and evaluating pre-admission testing practice guidelines.
Assist with surgical care in accordance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
Build collaborative relationships with internal and external constituencies and work across departments to support organizational and departmental goals.
Promote and model teamwork and maintain an inclusive workplace.
Provide educational tools to facilitate decision-making by staff, patients, and families.
Hold daily huddles as required.
Adhere to standard precautions and applicable infection-control practices.
Participate in quality and process improvement activities to improve patient care and related systems.
Identify learning needs and maintain clinical knowledge and skills through education and review of current literature.
Provide leadership supporting hospital and departmental policies and goals and influencing change in healthcare delivery.
Draft and maintain policies and protocols related to perioperative patients.
Provide and support pre-admission testing services with a commitment to excellence in patient experience.
Maintain position-specific and hospital-wide competencies required for the patient population served.
Perform duties in accordance with applicable safety laws, regulations, and hospital and department policies and procedures.
Perform similar or related duties as needed on an emergency basis or as designated by the manager or supervisor.