Registered Nurse - Pre-Admission Testing

103 Rochester General Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) department in Rochester, NY. The PAT unit serves outpatient surgery patients, performing pre-op testing, history, physicals, and education to prepare patients for procedures.

The role emphasizes assessment, patient education, and collaboration with techs and APPs to optimize readiness for surgery. Per diem with part-time orientation is available, with a Monday–Friday day schedule and emphasis on

Qualifications

• Nursing degree required (AS in Nursing).
• BLS certification required.
• Perioperative/procedural experience strongly preferred.
• Part-time orientation (24 hours per week) until completed.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient.
• Communicates and documents assessment with the interdisciplinary team.
• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services.
• Complies with policies on safety, medication administration and documentation.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Education

AS: Nursing (Required)

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Pre-Admission Testing

Department: Perioperative Department Location: 1338 E Ridge Rd, Rochester, NY Hours Per Week: Per Diem Schedule: Monday-Friday, Days **Preferred Experience: Perioperative/procedural experience strongly preferred. Must be able to orient part-time (24 hours per week) until completed.

SUMMARY:

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you’re the engine and the heart of patient care at Rochester Regional Health. You make a positive difference every single day in the lives of our patients, their family members and visitors – going above and beyond to meet their needs with courtesy, kindness, respect and compassion. The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Department is a growing outpatient clinic with 13 exam rooms, caring for approximately 50 patients per day. Patients are typically seen 1-4 weeks before surgery for a history and physical, pre-operative testing, and other assessments such as bloodwork and EKGs. RNs play a key role in preparing and optimizing patients for surgery through comprehensive assessments and patient education. Nurses review pre-op instructions, answer questions, and work closely with techs and APPs to ensure patients are ready for their procedure. RNs also rotate through PAT phone calls, reviewing medications and obtaining a focused medical history prior to surgery. If you enjoy assessment, patient education, and helping patients feel confident and prepared for surgery, PAT could be a great fit for you!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered, clinical care
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient, utilizing appropriate data (i.e. physical, psychological, educational and risk-screen data appropriate for the chronological / developmental age of the patient).
• Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team. Utilizes all available resources in order to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Develops and documents plan of care, treatment and services which is individualized and appropriate for the patient needs, strengths, limitations and goals.
• Complies with organizational policies, procedures and protocols including policies governing safety, medication administration and documentation.
• Revises plan of care based on ongoing evaluations and updates documentation appropriately.
• Completes at least one clinical research utilization (CRU) form for submission to Nursing Research Department utilizing a research article from the last 5 years from research performed in the United States. Compliance
• Completes a minimum of 5 nationally approved contact hours (CNE or CEU) per year.
• Completes mandatory in-services and health screens in timely manner.
• Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse license in New York State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• At least 6 months RN experience preferred.
• Perioperative/procedural experience strongly preferred.

EDUCATION:

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of ProfessionsNew York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$38.67 - $51.92 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.