Pre-Admissions Nurse

Boys Town National Research Hospital

Boys Town (NE)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 77,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus $10,000

4x10 hour shifts

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Boys Town Medical Plan

Job summary

Boys Town National Research Hospital seeks an experienced Registered Nurse for the Pre-Admissions role. You will assess patients preoperatively, educate families, and act as a liaison among physicians, anesthesia, and the Surgery Center. The position emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to OR policies.

Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts. Hiring Bonus: $10,000.00. Candidates should have pediatric care exposure and a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

RN licensed and in good standing.
Current CPR (BLS) certification required.
ACLS and PALS must be achieved within six months of hire.
Experience in pre-admission, PACU, or surgical setting preferred.
Strong clinical judgment and patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive preoperative assessment and nursing care planning.
Coordinate with physicians, anesthesia, and surgery scheduling.
Document in Epic and ensure pre-admission orders are complete.
Educate patients and families on procedures and pre-op instructions.
Maintain Joint Commission readiness and participate in performance improvement.
Communicate effectively with care team and department staff.

Skills

Nursing process

Pre-op assessment

Patient education

Documentation in Epic

Team collaboration

Communication with scheduling

Care planning

Multi-tasking

Clinical judgment

Education

RN license (state)

BLS/CPR certification

ACLS certification within 6 months

PALS certification within 6 months

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Major Responsibilities & Duties

In collaboration with other members of the health care team, the nurse uses the nursing process to complete the preoperative physical, cognitive, spiritual, and psychosocial assessment of patients awaiting surgery.
Initiates contact with the patient/family when surgery scheduling is complete.
Performs a thorough assessment of the patient's medical history and current health status, including a complete accounting of the patient’s current medications.
Documents all pertinent information in Epic.
Ensures completion of all pre-op testing, history and physical, pre-op orders, and pre-op patient education.
Serves as a liaison between the primary physician, surgeon, anesthesia, and the Surgery Center.
Accountable for obtaining pertinent information and reports (H&P, lab, EKG, etc.) from the physician offices.
Reviews the information and consults with anesthesia and/or surgeon for any issues or concerns relating to appropriateness of performing surgery at BTNRH, according to anesthesia criteria for such review.
Enters physician orders for surgery into the Epic, based on respective physician orders.
Verifies that the correct surgery, including site and side, is scheduled and that all pre‑admission orders have been entered.
Educates patient regarding their surgery, including time of surgery and their pre‑op instructions.
Reviews any pertinent information with anesthesia and/or surgeon, as needed.
Assures appropriate information management and documentation using the nursing process in accordance with hospital OR policy; communicates with other members of the health care team.
Formulates plan of care and reviews and revises plan on an ongoing basis.
Able to plan and give care based on the patient’s age and level of development.
In collaboration with the other members of the health care team, the nurse uses the nursing process to assess the patient/family understanding and response to care provided; and patient/family educational needs.
The nurse redirects care as needed.
Communicates closely with the Surgery Scheduling department keeping updated on newly scheduled surgeries.
Participates in staff meetings.
Serves as a resource to Surgery Center staff.
Maintains "The Joint Commission" standards on an ongoing basis and assists in unit responsibilities for readiness for "The Joint Commission" visits.
Participates in department performance improvement activities involving other staff members as appropriate, and posts results for staff to review.
Serves on hospital or system committees as assigned; maintains two‑way communication between Surgery Center staff and assigned committee.
Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to apply the knowledge of a professional Registered Nurse acquired through the completion of an approved course of study in nursing leading to an associate degree, diploma, or baccalaureate degree in nursing.
Ability to maintain licensure and professional growth by participation in professional conferences.
Ability to demonstrate clinical competence in providing patient and family education on upcoming surgical procedure.
Ability to apply knowledge of all ages and developmental levels.
Ability and willingness to contribute to staff development within the nursing department through active participation.
Ability to assist in orientation of new staff members.
Ability to complete documentation in a thorough and concise manner.
Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment with frequent interruptions.
Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies and stressful situations.
Ability to independently manage multiple priorities.
Ability to operate phone system, "Microsoft Software" (Word, Outlook e‑mail), and Epic.

Required Qualifications

Registered nurse who is a graduate of an accredited school with a current state license required.
CPR (BLS) certification required.
ACLS certified within six months of transfer or hire required.
PALS certified within six months of transfer or hire required.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of two years of experience in an acute hospital setting with pediatric experience preferred.
Experience in a pre‑operative or PACU setting preferred.
Experience in scheduling surgery or working in an admissions department is preferred.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

About Boys Town

Boys Town National Research Hospital is seeking experienced Registered Nurses for the role of Pre-Admissions RN. This dynamic position supports patients throughout their surgical journey, from pre-admission preparation to post-operative recovery. This role flexes between the Pre-Admission and Pre-Op/Phase II departments, providing comprehensive care before and after surgery. Prior experience in a surgical setting is preferred, with solid skills in demonstrating strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and a commitment to patient-centered care.

Schedule: 4x10 hour shifts (8:00 AM-4:30 PM or 7:00 AM-5:30 PM) Days TBD Hiring Bonus: $10,000.00

Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities.

Unique perks to Boys Town employees and their families include free visits to Boys Town physicians and free prescriptions under the Boys Town Medical Plan, tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few.

Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.

Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability‑related accommodation in the application process, contact us at 1-877-639-6003.

Boys Town follows a policy of non-discrimination in accordance with the law.

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