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RN PRN
The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) unit prepares surgical patients for upcoming procedures by ensuring they are clinically ready and well-informed prior to surgery. PAT nurses educate patients on their procedures, obtain comprehensive health histories, and secure necessary surgical consents. They also coordinate essential pre-operative services, including laboratory testing, radiology exams, and cardiac/EKG testing, to confirm patient readiness and safety for surgery.
This Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for providing pre-admission workups for surgery in a clinic-style setting, with a strong emphasis on patient and family counseling, education, and customer relations. The RN plays a key role in coordinating care across multiple disciplines and maintains regular communication with staff, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity and quality of care. Core responsibilities include performing ongoing assessment and reassessment of patient responses to interventions, developing and implementing individualized Plans of Care, demonstrating proficiency in unit-specific clinical skills, and applying strong leadership and critical thinking abilities in daily practice.
Candidates must hold an active Kentucky RN license, maintain current BCLS certification, and have a minimum of one year of clinical experience. One year of perioperative nursing experience is preferred.
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