Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre Admin Testing

Lifepoint Health Careers; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Flexible spending

PTO & illness

Income protection

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Paris Regional, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join its Pre-Admission Testing team in Paris, Texas. The role performs pre-operative assessments, coordinates required testing, and ensures patients are prepared for surgery, collaborating with physicians and anesthesia providers to support readiness and continuity of care.

This full-time PAT RN position offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license required and associate degree from an accredited nursing school.
• Active Texas RN/LVN license (single state) or compact required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.
• If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new PSOR.

Responsibilities

• Performs plan of care interventions including medication administration and specimen collection.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Collaborates across disciplines for transfers, discharges, referrals, and psychosocial/spiritual support needs.
• Educates patients and families based on age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Medication administration

Plan of care

Patient assessment

Education

Associates degree from an accredited nursing school

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN)Pre Admin Testing

Monday-Friday 8 hour day shifts

No Call

No weekend

No Holiday

Your experience matters:Paris Regional

At Paris Regional, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

This full-time Registered Nurse position in Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) is responsible for completing pre-operative assessments, reviewing medical histories, coordinating required testing, and ensuring patients are prepared for surgery and procedural services. The nurse works collaboratively with physicians, anesthesia providers, and procedural departments to support patient readiness and continuity of care throughout the surgical experience.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• sign-on bonus
• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Essential Functions

• Performs plan of care interventions, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, and other medical care activities.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition to the care team, physician, patient, and family.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and psychosocial/spiritual support needs.
• Evaluates patient and family learning needs and provides appropriate education based on age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts or units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is present for all employees.

Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements. Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards, including blood and bodily fluids, hazardous medications, and latex.

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a associatesdegree from an accredited nursing school.

Additional requirements include:

Active Texas RN/LVN license (single-state) or compact required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS are required within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

About our Health System

Paris Regional is a 154 bed hospital located in Paris, Texas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Paris Regionalis an Equal Opportunity Employer. Paris Regionalis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.