RN Preadmission Testing

Riverview Health; Westfield (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Health in Westfield, Indiana, is seeking a Preadmission (PAT) RN to prepare patients for procedures by conducting assessments, coordinating diagnostic testing, educating patients, and collaborating with the care team to ensure surgical readiness. This role requires an Indiana RN license, a ADN (BSN preferred), and 2+ years in ambulatory surgery or PACU.

BLS and ACLS are expected; endoscopy/CAPA experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing from an accredited school.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Licensed RN in Indiana by date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical history interviews and physical assessments.
• Coordinate pre-admission diagnostic testing (EKG, labs, X-rays).
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-procedural expectations.
• Reconcile medications and communicate risks to providers.
• Document assessments and results in the EHR.
• Collaborate with proceduralists, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Patient assessment

Educate patients and families

Medication reconciliation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR documentation

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

EHR systems

ECG machines

Imaging equipment

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Preadmission (Pre-Admission Testing / PAT) RN prepares patients for procedures by conducting assessments, coordinating diagnostic testing, educating patients, and collaborating with the care team to ensure surgical readiness.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive medical history interviews and physical assessments.
• Perform or coordinate diagnostic tests such as EKGs, labs, and X-rays.
• Educate patients and families on pre- and post-procedural expectations.
• Reconcile medications and communicate risks to providers.
• Document assessments and results in the electronic health record accurately and timely.
• Collaborate with proceduralists, anesthesia, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Associate degree as a Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree as a Registered Nurse from an accredited school of nursing

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: Two (2) years previous ambulatory surgery, endoscopy, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), critical care and/or strong medical/surgical nursing experience
• Preferred: Five (5) or more years of above experience with Endoscopy Nurse (SNGA), Certified Ambulatory Perianesthesia Nurse (CAPA) or Certified Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN).

License / Certification Requirements

• Licensed to practice as an RN in the state of Indiana by date of hire or transfer to the position.
• BLS (American Heart Association)
• ACL (American Heart Association)

Qualifications

Education

Associates or better in Nursing or related field.

Bachelors or better in Nursing or related field.

Licenses & Certifications

ACL

BLS- Basic Life Support

PALS