Pre-Op PAT Nurse - No Nights/Weekends

Jax Spine and Pain Center; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Surgery Center is seeking a Pre Admission Testing/Pre-Op Nurse (PAT) to join our team in Florida. The role provides ongoing nursing care, patient assessment, and coordination with physicians and the care team to ensure safe pre-op processes.

The PAT may act as interim Clinical Director in the absence of the Clinical Director as designated by the Governing Board. Requirements include a Florida RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and BLS/ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, active, unencumbered, Registered Nurse license in the state of Florida.
• BLS and ACLS certified.
• Current Pre-Op/PACU experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe facility policies, procedures, and processes.
• Prepare patients for planned procedures and obtain medical history.
• Carry out physician orders and monitor vital signs and symptoms.
• Escalate concerns to the physician and communicate with care team.
• Educate patients for discharge and document care.
• Administer medications per orders and supervise non-licensed staff.
• Maintain supplies, assist with procedures, and protect patient privacy.

Skills

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Education

Florida Registered Nurse license

Graduate of accredited nursing program

Job description

Centurion Surgery Center is seeking a Pre Admission Testing/Pre-Op Nurse (PAT) to join our team in Florida. The role provides ongoing nursing care, patient assessment, and coordination with physicians and the care team to ensure safe pre-op processes.

The PAT may act as interim Clinical Director in the absence of the Clinical Director as designated by the Governing Board. Requirements include a Florida RN license, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and BLS/ACLS certification.