REGISTERED NURSE (RN) / PRE-ADMIN TESTING
General Summary/Responsibilities:
The Onsite PAT RN is a registered nurse (RN) who partners with and advocates for patients/families/significant others to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support which impacts patient outcomes in a safe environment. The PAT RN provides clinical access management by performing risk stratified assessments via telephone or during a PAT visit to collaborate and communicate with the multidisciplinary team caring for patients requiring Anesthesia Services. The PAT RN functions in a versatile role that demonstrates professionalism and promotes excellence and autonomy in the practice of Nursing. The PAT RN utilizes the nursing process in conjunction with evidence-based principles and established “Premier Health Pre-Procedure Anesthesia Guidelines” to care for a diverse patient population within the department scope of service.
The PAT RN serves as guide, healer, collaborator, teacher, leader and sentry. The PAT RN collaborates with and guides care delivered by the inter-professional team. The PAT RN is accountable for compliance with the Ohio Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Code of Ethics and applicable regulatory standards.
Qualifications:
Minimum Level of Education Required: Bachelor's degree in nursing
*Please Note: For Premier Health Nurses hired prior to June 4, 2014, a Bachelor’s Degree is preferred, but not required if Peri-Anesthesia experience is present and requirements are met.
Licensure/Certification/Registration
Current CPR certification required at the time of hire; BLS AHA CPR
Experience
Minimum Level of Experience Required:
Experience and familiarity in Periop and surgery is preferred.