Clinical Nurse III Preadmission Unit Position Available In [Unknown county], Connecticut

Job Description:

Department/Unit:

Pre-Admission Services Work Shift:

Day (UnitedStates of America)

Salary Range:

$76,396.32 – $126,730.61 APre-Admission Testing Nurse plays a crucial role in ensuring thesafe and efficient preparation of patients for surgical or invasiveprocedures. They assess patients’ medical histories, performnecessary tests, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensurethat patients are optimally prepared for their procedures.

Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and clinicalexpertise will contribute to the overall quality of care providedto patients.

Hourly Range:

$36.73 – $60.93 Conduct thoroughassessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasiveprocedures to evaluate their physical and emotional readiness.

Review patients’ medical histories, including pre-existingconditions, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries, toidentify potential risks or complications. Coordinate diagnostictests such as blood work, ECGs, X-rays, and other assessments asrequired to ensure patients are medically fit for their procedures.

Assess and document patients’ current medications, including dosageand frequency, and make recommendations for any necessaryadjustments or changes in consultation with physicians. Providepatients and their families with detailed information about theupcoming procedure, including what to expect, preoperativeinstructions, and potential risks. Work closely with surgeons,anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to developand implement individualized care plans for each patient. Maintainaccurate and comprehensive patient records, including preoperativeassessments, test results, and communication with the healthcareteam. Adhere to strict infection control protocols and ensure thatpatients are screened for contagious illnesses to minimize the riskof surgical site infections. Monitor and address any safetyconcerns related to the patient’s condition, such as allergies,fall risk, or other vulnerabilities. Thank you for your interest inAlbany Medical Center!? Albany Medical is an equal opportunityemployer. This role may require access to information consideredsensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, andpartners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected HealthInformation and other information regulated by Federal and New YorkState statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is theminimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use ordisclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of informationneeded to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts,consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall bemade to ensure that information is adequately protected fromunauthorized access and modification.