Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Surgical Testing

Job Summary:Reports directly to unit manager but works collaboratively with the department of anesthesia, this role is expected to gather appropriate patient information, including but not limited to: tests, labs, consults, etc. They are to ensure these results are within acceptable range parameters and, if not, collaborate with the appropriate physicians to rectify the areas of concern so surgery is not cancelled. In conjunction with support staff, they are responsible to assemble the patient chart for the surgical procedure, ensuring completion of all ordered test, and to instruct the patient on fasting times, medications to be taken/held, and answer any questions the patient may have about the procedure/process. The attire will be business casual with a lab coat.Minimum Qualifications:EducationGraduate of accredited school of nursingExperiencePrevious experience in surgical setting preferredStrong background in patient assessment skillsLicensure and/or CertificationCurrent MA RN license in good standing requiredBCLS requiredSkillsExcellent customer service skills.Critical thinking requiredStrong physical assessment skills requiredStrong organization skillsAbility to multi-taskMust be able to read, write, and communicate in English.Computer skills required.Ability to maintain confidential information.