Registered Nurse (RN) Pre-Admissions

OrthoNebraska•Geneva, IL

2d•$33 - $41

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) Pre-Admissions assesses and prepares patients for surgery before scheduled procedures. The role conducts pre-operative phone assessments, reviews medical histories, coordinates pre-surgical testing, provides patient education, completes required documentation, identifies potential surgical risks, and collaborates with the surgical team to optimize patient readiness. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position in Geneva, Illinois, scheduled Monday through Friday. The pay range is $33.00–$40.50 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing.
Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Illinois; the job offer is contingent upon obtaining active licensure per job requirements.
Strong understanding of pre-operative nursing assessments and risk factors.
Knowledge of anesthesia considerations and post-operative care plans.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and documentation practices.
Ability to assess lab results, EKGs, and other pre-surgical screening tests.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Ability to identify patients’ age-, cultural-, language-, and learning-specific needs.
Ability to collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and surgical staff.
Ability to problem-solve independently and resolve conflict.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations and hospital protocols.
Must pass a background check and pre-employment TB and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Three or more years of medical-surgical experience, with demonstrated competence in patient assessment and teaching.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including reviewing medical history, medications, allergies, and previous surgical experiences.
Coordinate pre-operative labs, imaging, EKGs, and other diagnostic testing, and ensure results are reviewed and communicated to the surgical team.
Identify potential risks, including anesthesia concerns and comorbidities, and collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other providers on appropriate care plans.
Educate patients and families about pre-operative instructions, surgical procedures, anesthesia, post-operative care expectations, medication management, fasting requirements, and other preparations.
Address patient and family concerns, answer questions, and provide support throughout the pre-admission process.
Coordinate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, pre-certification specialists, and schedulers to ensure pre-operative requirements are met.
Promptly communicate changes in patient status, test results, and risk factors to the surgical team.
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and case reviews to improve patient care coordination.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, including infection control, patient safety, and documentation protocols.
Maintain accurate and detailed electronic health records, including assessment findings, test results, patient education, and care plans.
Generate reports on pre-admission metrics, including patient readiness, testing compliance, and cancellation rates, to inform leadership about performance and improvement opportunities.
Complete documentation accurately, promptly, and in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Advocate for patients, address their needs and concerns, and provide patient-centered, compassionate care.
Implement safety protocols and respond to urgent issues, such as abnormal test results or changes in patient status, by coordinating appropriate interventions and follow-up care.
Perform other duties as assigned.