Pre-Op PAT Nurse | Independent, Team-Player RN

Townsen Memorial; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Plans

Life and AD&D insurance

401(k) with vesting

PTO + Holidays

Job summary

Townsen Memorial Hospital in Houston seeks a Full-Time Registered Nurse, PAT to coordinate pre-admission testing and the interview/assessment process for surgical patients. You will communicate with providers about testing results to optimize patient condition before surgery.

Responsibilities include documenting care, executing orders, teaching patients and families, and participating in performance improvement activities. Requires Texas RN license and perioperative experience.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Nursing required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas.
• Perioperative nursing experience preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification at minimum; ACLS and PALS to be obtained within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-admission testing (PAT) for surgical patients.
• Communicate test results to providers to optimize patient condition.
• Explain nursing procedures and reduce patient anxiety.
• Document care accurately in medical records.
• Execute doctors' orders promptly and correctly.
• Coordinate patient care and provide teaching to patient/family.
• Plan for routine events and manage emergencies.
• Adapt to unexpected changes and ensure safety.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Pre-admission testing coordination

Perioperative nursing

Documentation excellence

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Independent judgment

Critical thinking

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Texas RN license

BLS certified

ACLS certified or within 60 days

PALS certified or within 60 days

Job description

Townsen Memorial Hospital in Houston seeks a Full-Time Registered Nurse, PAT to coordinate pre-admission testing and the interview/assessment process for surgical patients. You will communicate with providers about testing results to optimize patient condition before surgery.

Responsibilities include documenting care, executing orders, teaching patients and families, and participating in performance improvement activities. Requires Texas RN license and perioperative experience.