Pre-Admission Testing RN — Optimize Surgeries & Education

Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center; New London (NH); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New London Hospital is seeking a Pre-Admission Testing Registered Nurse to optimize preoperative care and educate patients undergoing surgical and endoscopic procedures. The role requires close coordination with the care team to ensure timely perioperative clearance and safe discharge planning.

The nurse will review medical records, identify barriers to optimization, and provide individualized perioperative education based on the patient's procedure and expected recovery.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• 2 years relevant clinical practice.
• Licensed RN with NH eligibility and BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review patient records for preoperative testing results to optimize prior to surgery.
• Provide patient education on perioperative processes and day-of-surgery requirements.
• Coordinate with care team to communicate clearance needs and ensure safe discharge planning.
• Support PACU as needed and participate in quality improvement activities.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

New London Hospital is seeking a Pre-Admission Testing Registered Nurse to optimize preoperative care and educate patients undergoing surgical and endoscopic procedures. The role requires close coordination with the care team to ensure timely perioperative clearance and safe discharge planning.

The nurse will review medical records, identify barriers to optimization, and provide individualized perioperative education based on the patient's procedure and expected recovery.