Registered Nurse PACU PRN

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Counseling services

Job summary

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Pre-Admission department to ensure patients are fully prepared for upcoming procedures or admissions. You will conduct comprehensive assessments of medical histories, health conditions, and specific needs prior to admission, and work with physicians, anesthesiologists, and staff to gather required documentation and provide education.

Responsibilities include physical assessments, lab result reviews, obtaining consent, and

Qualifications

• Current Florida license as Registered Nurse or Compact Licensure.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 2 Years Med/Surg/Pre-Admission Outpatient Surgery Experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' medical histories and health conditions prior to admission.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals to gather documentation.
• Perform physical assessments and review lab results to ensure readiness for procedures.
• Obtain informed consent forms and educate patients and families on upcoming procedures and post-procedure care.
• Identify potential risks and ensure pre-admission requirements are met efficiently.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Acute care

Collaboration

Education

Florida RN license

BSN degree

Job description

As the nation's largest private employer of Registered Nurses, we're honored by the trust of over 100,000 nurses and committed to supporting safe, high-quality care for which they can practice. That's why more than 80% of our hospitals earn an A or B Leapfrog safety grade, rank in the top 5% nationally for patient outcomes through Health Grades, or are recognized as Magnet or Pathway to Excellence facilities. Join us!

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Pre-Admission department plays a crucial role in ensuring patients are fully prepared for their upcoming procedures or admissions at the hospital. This position involves conducting comprehensive assessments of patients' medical histories, current health conditions, and specific needs prior to their scheduled admission. The RN will collaborate with physicians, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to gather necessary documentation, clarify patient concerns, and provide education regarding the upcoming procedures and any required preparations.
Key responsibilities include performing physical assessments, reviewing lab results, obtaining consent forms, and educating patients and families on post-procedure care. Additionally, the RN will be responsible for identifying potential risks, addressing patient questions, and ensuring that all necessary pre-admission requirements are met in a timely and efficient manner.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a strong understanding of patient care in an acute care setting, and a commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. A collaborative mindset and attention to detail are essential in this role.
What qualifications you will need:

• Current Florida license as Registered Nurse or Recognized Compact Licensure (subject to Florida State Licensing Requirements, including not limited to ongoing eligibility and duration provisions)
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• 2 Years Med/Surg/Pre-Admission Outpatient Surgery Experience

Benefits

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal