RN Pre Admission Testing Full Time Days
UHS
Summary
The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and completing the preoperative assessment process for patients scheduled to undergo surgical or procedural interventions.
Job description
Responsibilities
The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse is responsible for coordinating and completing the preoperative assessment process for patients scheduled to undergo surgical or procedural interventions.
The PAT RN ensures that patients are medically optimized and prepared for surgery by completing comprehensive nursing assessments, reviewing diagnostic testing, coordinating with physicians and ancillary departments, and providing patient education.
The PAT RN plays a critical role in reducing surgical delays and cancellations by identifying potential clinical risks prior to the day of surgery and ensuring all required documentation, laboratory testing, and clearances are completed in advance.
Qualifications
RN Job Requirements:
Education Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience required.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred: Pre-Admission Testing, Pre-operative nursing, PACU, Surgical Services, Critical Care, Emergency Department.
Skills
- Strong clinical assessment skills.
- Knowledge of surgical and anesthesia risk factors.
- Ability to interpret laboratory values and diagnostic test results.
- Excellent patient education and communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple cases and prioritize tasks efficiently.
License / Certification
Active Florida RN License, BLS and ACLS.
Travel Requirements
none
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required
- Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience required
- Active Florida RN License
- BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- Strong clinical assessment skills
- Knowledge of surgical and anesthesia risk factors
- Ability to interpret laboratory values and diagnostic test results
- Excellent patient education and communication skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple cases and prioritize tasks efficiently
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.