This non-union nurse position is for the surgical services department as a preadmission testing nurse. This position is a Monday through Friday day shift, no weekend, and holiday or on-call expectation. Hours may vary to meet the needs of the department. This position reports to the Nurse Manager and/or the Director of Surgical Services.

Qualifications:

Currently licensed to practice in the State of Ohio Bachelor s Degree preferred 1 year of PAT experience required At least 1 year of prior clinical experience in perioperative services required Professional appearance at all time Current BLS certification required

Skill, Ability, and Responsibilities:

Have interpersonal and analytical skills necessary to function under the current standards of nursing practices Communication skills with the ability to deliver complex, detailed, verbal information to patients, physicians, and other outside agencies Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, manage, and complete multiple tasks within the identified time period defined Attend meetings as assigned Physically able to perform the functions of the position Pre-operative testing coordination of all surgical and infusion patients Providing pre surgical patients a point of contact for their surgical journey Contacting Surgeon or ordering provider as needed for verification of concerns, orders, or other situations to assure patient ready for the day of surgery Touch points with patients before surgery to review pre-op instructions Follow up on all orders for patients to make sure all appointments are scheduled in a timely manner and that all appropriate documentation is in the chart Collaborates with the Pre Post unit and operating Charge Nurse help ensure everything is addressed prior to patient s surgery Compliance with HIPAA to access to and use of Protected Health Information according to institutional and regulatory rules and regulations.