- Pre-Admission Testing
- Ithaca, NY, USA
- per hour Final pay determination will be based upon, market, experience, specialty, and licensure/certification where applicable.
- Hourly
- Full Time
- Nursing
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasive procedures to evaluate their physical and emotional readiness.
- Review patients' medical histories, including pre-existing conditions, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries, to identify potential risks or complications to surgery.
- Coordinates diagnostic tests such as blood work, ECGs, X-rays, and other assessments as required to ensure patients are medically optimized for their procedures.
- Provide patients and their families with detailed information about the upcoming procedure, including what to expect, preoperative instructions, and potential risks.
- Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including preoperative assessments, test results, and communication with the healthcare team.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols and ensure that patients are screened for contagious illnesses to minimize the risk of surgical site infections.
- Monitor and address any safety concerns related to the patient's condition, such as allergies, fall risk, or other vulnerabilities.
- Proficiency in patient assessment. Knowledge of diagnostic tests and their interpretation is essential
- Proficiency in patient assessment. Knowledge of diagnostic tests and their interpretation is essential.
- Attention to Detail: The ability to review medical records and ensure accurate documentation is essential to patient safety and care quality.
- This position will be 9am-5pm or 10am-6pm
- Education : Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
- Licensure: Current NYS RN License
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are typically required.
- Compassion: A compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care, as well as the ability to alleviate patient anxiety, is highly valuable. Exceptional telephone etiquette.
- Exceptional customer service and telephone etiquette.
- Experience: 1-3 years preoperative, critical care preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Prior nursing experience in perioperative or preoperative settings is preferred. Familiarity with preoperative assessment and care protocols is advantageous.
- Proficiency in patient assessment, venipuncture, and administering medications. Knowledge of diagnostic tests and their interpretation is essential.
- Attention to Detail: The ability to meticulously review medical records and ensure accurate documentation is essential to patient safety and care quality.
- Able to lift 20 pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring patients may involve lifting of up to 50 pounds. Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
- Onsite
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Registered Nurse Pre Admission Testing - Ithaca, United States - Cayuga Health System
Description
Registered Nurse Pre Admission Testing
Company Overview:
Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer
Position Overview:
The role of the Pre Admission Testing Registered Nurse is to prepare patient for a surgical procedure in collaboration with the physician care team. Responsible for oversight of the intake process for performing initial assessments and interviews of patients to ensure their surgical readiness. PAT nurse will provide guidance and support to the Surgical Services team; as well as direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of evidenced base nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of the Pre Admission Testing RN includes (but are not limited to the following):
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