Surgical Pre-Admission RN — Patient Readiness

OrthoWest; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Admissions to assess and prepare patients for surgery. This role conducts pre-operative phone assessments, reviews medical histories, coordinates pre-surgical testing, and provides patient education.

You will ensure complete documentation, identify risks, and collaborate with the surgical team to optimize readiness. The position requires a Nebraska RN license or eligibility, with 3+ years in medical-surgical settings preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing is required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments including medical history, medications, allergies and prior surgeries.
• Coordinate pre-operative testing (labs, imaging, EKGs) and ensure results are communicated to the surgical team.
• Educate patients and families on pre-operative instructions, anesthesia, and post-operative care expectations.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and schedulers to meet all preoperative requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) and generate reports on readiness and testing compliance.
• Act as a patient advocate ensuring safety and individualized care throughout the pre-admission process.

Skills

Pre-operative assessment

EMR proficiency

Patient education

Anesthesia considerations

Coordination with surgical team

HIPAA/compliance

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

RN license in Nebraska or Compact State

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Pre-Admissions to assess and prepare patients for surgery. This role conducts pre-operative phone assessments, reviews medical histories, coordinates pre-surgical testing, and provides patient education.

You will ensure complete documentation, identify risks, and collaborate with the surgical team to optimize readiness. The position requires a Nebraska RN license or eligibility, with 3+ years in medical-surgical settings preferred.