Registered Nurse - PAT

Townsen Memorial; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a Registered Nurse, PAT. The nurse will coordinate the pre-admission testing for surgical procedures, ensure patient safety, and communicate effectively with medical staff. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor’s in Nursing, an active RN license in Texas, and five years of perioperative nursing experience. Certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS are also required. The role is essential for delivering evidence-based patient care in a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• 5 years of perioperative nursing experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be current.
• Must possess excellent multitasking and organizational skills.
• BLS and ACLS certified; PALS required or to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the pre-admission testing and assessment process for patients.
• Document patient care accurately in the medical record.
• Implement doctor's orders in a timely manner.
• Explain nursing procedures and actions to reduce patient anxiety and teach patients and families.
• Coordinate patient care and adapt to ensure patient safety and prevent medical errors.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

Organization skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Current RN license in Texas

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification (within 90 days)

PALS within 90 days

Job description

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse, PAT to join our team!

The Registered Nurse, PAT is responsible for coordinating the pre-admission testing (PAT) and interview/assessment process for patients scheduled to undergo an invasive or surgical procedure. Communicates with providers and/or their respective office staff as indicated regarding patient testing results to optimize the patient’s condition prior to surgery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working order
• Explains nursing procedures and actions taken to help reduce anxiety
• Assesses patient’s physical and mental status
• Documents patient care delivered accurately in the medical record
• Implements doctor’s orders in a timely and accurate manner
• Coordinates patient care; provides explanations and teaching to patient/family
• Plans for routine events and anticipates/prevents and manages/evaluates emergent situations
• Adapts to unexpected changes
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors

PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES

• Participates in performance improvement activities

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to work independently, demonstrating sound judgment and reliability
• Initiative and ability to troubleshoot and resolve conflict
• Able to thrive and succeed in a team environment
• Exceptional organization skills, ability to multitask and prioritize work activity based on need, attention to detail, initiative, and follow-through skills
• Advanced level written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability and attention to detail yielding effective conveyance of information

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Current and unencumbered RN license in the State of Texas
• Five (5) years of perioperative nursing experience
• Basic Life Science (BLS) certified
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or must be obtained within thirty (90) days of hire

Townsen Memorial Hospital is an accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.