ASC Pre-Admit Testing Specialist, RN

Socket.dev; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev seeks an ASC Pre-Admit Testing Specialist, RN to oversee intake, perform an initial physical assessment, and obtain medical history for scheduled surgeries. You will perform tests ordered by the surgeon, such as EKG and drawing blood, coordinating with the surgical and anesthesia teams to ensure patient readiness.

You will educate patients on perioperative care, protect privacy, document thoroughly, and support discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Patient focused with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Gathers pertinent patient information related to the scheduled case.
• Arranges collected data into the appropriate patient record.
• Utilizes critical thinking in the assessment of patients.
• Contacts patients scheduled for surgery to assess biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and educational status.
• Develops an individualized perioperative plan of care.
• Acts as a liaison between physician offices and the surgical team.
• Administers medications safely and correctly.
• Educates patient on perioperative care and expected responses.
• Involves patient in decisions affecting perioperative care and discharge planning.
• Protects patient rights and privacy.
• Ensures timely and thorough documentation.
• Contributes to quality nursing care and customer service.
• Performs other duties and adheres to HIPAA and compliance training.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal skills

HIPAA compliance

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

GENERAL SUMMARY

The ASC Pre-Admit Testing Specialist, RN is responsible for overseeing intake, performing an initial physical assessment, interviewing the patient to obtain medical history, and performing tests ordered by the surgeon such as EKG and drawing blood for lab work. The Pre-Admit Testing Specialist works closely with the surgeon and anesthesia team to ensure the patient is ready for surgery.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION/COMPETENCIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Gathers pertinent patient information related to the scheduled case.
• Arranges collected data into the appropriate patient record.
• Utilizes critical thinking in the assessment of patients.
• Responsible for contacting all patients scheduled for surgery to assess their biophysical, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural, and educational status.
• Develops an individualized perioperative patient plan of care.
• Serves as a liaison between physician offices and the surgical team.
• Administers medications safely and correctly.
• Assess the knowledge level of the patient or designated support person. Provides education regarding the expected psychosocial response, nutritional management, medication management, pain management, wound management, and expected responses to the operative or invasive procedure.
• Actively involves the patient or designated support person in decisions affecting his or her perioperative plan of care and the rehabilitation process, and discharge planning. Evaluates the patient’s progress toward attaining outcomes.
• Protects the patient’s rights, dignity, and privacy.
• Ensures that documentation is completed in a timely and thorough manner, which is able to be read and understood by clinical staff.
• Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through excellence in customer service and performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.
• Performs other position related duties as assigned.
• Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURES OR REGISTRY REQUIREMENTS

• RN license and certification as required by state.
• BLS certification required, ACLS preferred.
• Certified Nurse Post-Anesthesia (CAPA) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Patient focused with ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Must be compassionate and personable.
• Basic computer skills and use of Microsoft Office software. Previous experience with electronic Health Records (EMR Software) required.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, BSN preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 2 years' perioperative services experience preferred.

REQUIRED TRAVEL

• N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Carrying Weight Frequency

1-25 lbs. Frequent from 34% to 66%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally from 2% to 33%

Pushing/Pulling Frequency

1-25 lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

100 + lbs. Seldom, up to 2%

Lifting - Height, Weight Frequency

Floor to Chest, 1 -25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Chest, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%

Floor to Waist, 1-25 lbs. Occasional: from 2% to 33%

Floor to Waist, 26-50 lbs. Seldom: up to 2%