Registered Nurse - Surgical Pretesting

105 Unity Hospital of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Rochester, NY, is seeking a Registered Nurse for Surgical Pretesting. The RN will manage preoperative assessments, schedule coordination, and patient education for outpatient surgery patients.

The role requires NY RN license, BLS, and a Diploma/Associate in Nursing; per diem schedule, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm, no weekends or on-call. Orientation full-time for 5–6 weeks will be required.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NY state RN license.
• BLS certification required.
• Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provides high-quality, patient-centered clinical care.
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient across data domains.
• Communicates and documents assessment of patient with the interdisciplinary team.
• Utilizes resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Develops and documents individualized plan of care and services.

Education

Diploma or Associate’s Degree in Nursing

AS: Nursing (Required)

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Department: Surgical Pretesting

Location: Unity Hospital

Hours Per Week: Per Diem

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8a-430p. No weekends, holidays, or on-call.

*Must be able to attend orientation full time for 5-6 weeks.

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. Surgical Pretesting

In this position, you will take in-person appointments and make preoperative phone calls to all patients that are scheduled for outpatient surgery, obtain medical/surgical history, provide instructions, ensuring they are optimized and safe to proceed with surgery.

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.
• 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.
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.At least 6 months experience preferred.

EDUCATION

AS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA), RN - Registered Nurse - NYS Office of Professions

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

14626

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.