Work Status Details: REGULAR PART-TIME | 40.00 Hours Every Two Weeks
Shift: Days
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Location: Yuma Regional Medical Ctr

Listed is the base hiring salary range offered for this position. Actual salaries may vary depending on factors, including but not limited to skills and experience. The salary range listed is just one component of the total rewards/compensation package offered to candidates.
Min = $36.30
Mid = $47.19
Max = $58.08

Summary:

The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Nurse works in hospitals to prepare patients for surgery. As a PAT Nurse, you are responsible for overseeing patient intake, performing initial physical assessments, and obtaining comprehensive medical histories to optimize patients for anesthesia. Duties include conducting required tests, such as EKGs, drawing blood for lab work, and providing patients with detailed information about their surgical procedures. You will also address patient questions and discuss post-surgical care plans.

Responsibilities:

The PAT Nurse plays a crucial role in ensuring patients are well-prepared and informed before surgery, contributing to the overall success and safety of the surgical process. Conducts thorough assessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasive procedures requiring anesthesia, evaluating their physical and emotional readiness.

Reviews patients’ medical histories, including pre-existing conditions, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries, to identify potential risks or complications.

Coordinates and performs diagnostic tests such as blood work, ECGs, and X-rays as required to ensure patients are medically fit for their procedures, adhering to Perioperative Testing Guidelines.

Assesses and documents current medications, including dosage and frequency, and make recommendations for necessary adjustments or changes in consultation with physicians.

Provides detailed information to patients and their families about the upcoming procedure, including expectations, preoperative instructions, and potential risks.

Works closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.

Maintains accurate and comprehensive patient records, including preoperative assessments, test results, and communication with the healthcare team.

Adheres to strict infection control protocols and screen patients for contagious illnesses to minimize the risk of surgical site infections. Monitors and addresses safety concerns related to the patient’s condition, such as allergies, fall risk, or other vulnerabilities.

Other duties as assigned.

Credentials:
Essential:
* BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
* REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Education:
Essential:
* ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE

Other information:

Essential:

Associates Degree or higher

REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS) (AHA)

1+ years related experience

Why Yuma Regional Medical Center?

Yuma Regional Medical Center (YRMC) is located in Yuma, AZ. Our purpose is building a healthier tomorrow. We strive by putting patients first as they are the center of every decision and action we take. YRMC is rooted in the community by living and breathing the dynamic nature of our region. Being committed to progress by constantly and consistently advancing healthcare, creating meaningful experiences and improving the lives of everyone around us.

Our Values

Bring Kindness | Achieve Together | Aspire For Better | Do The Right Thing | Lead With Optimism |

About Yuma, AZ

Named by the Guinness World Records as the Sunniest City on Earth with winters averaging temperatures of 70 degrees, sunny days and cooler nights.

Yuma, Arizona is a place to explore the great outdoors with hiking, jet skiing, boating and off-roading. Don’t forget to soak up the sun at the great Colorado River or one of Yuma’s many lakes.

Yuma is centrally located in Southwest Arizona, within a short drive to many popular attractions and destinations.

https://www.visityuma.com/

https://www.yumachamber.org/

Bring your skills to one of the sunniest places on earth - Yuma, AZ!

Physical Requirements and working conditions for this position will be provided to you up on interview.

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