Registered Nurse RN - PAS

Overview

Wage Range: $46.78 - $79.58

PER-DIEM

PAS Clinic

Definition of Position

The Pre-Admission Services (PAS) Registered Nurse specializes in comprehensive pre-operative patient assessment and risk evaluation to ensure optimal surgical outcomes and patient safety. This role focuses primarily on the pre-operative phase of the patient's surgical experience, conducting thorough screenings to identify potential anesthesia and surgical risks through telephone consultations and in-person visits. The RN works collaboratively with PAS advanced practice provider, anesthesia team, surgeons, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient preparation and ensure appropriate medical clearance prior to procedures.

He/she ensures provision of quality, evidence-based care through utilization of the nursing process, established clinical protocols, and evidence-based risk assessment tools. The Pre-Admission Services RN acts as a patient advocate, ensuring surgical patients are appropriately evaluated, medically optimized when indicated, and thoroughly educated about pre-operative preparation and expectations for their surgical experience. This position requires advanced clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with the perioperative care team.

Essential Job Functions

Clinical Care & Patient Management

• Conduct comprehensive pre-operative assessments via telephone and in-person consultations to evaluate patient readiness for surgery and anesthesia
• Perform systematic review of patient medical history, current medications, allergies, and previous surgical/anesthetic experiences
• Assess and identify potential anesthesia and surgical risks using evidence-based screening tools and established clinical protocols
• Evaluate patient's physical, psychological, and social readiness for planned procedures
• Monitor vital signs and perform focused physical assessments as indicated during in-person pre-admission visits
• Recognize high-risk patients requiring additional medical clearance, optimization, or specialty consultation
• Coordinate pre-operative testing, consultations, and medical clearances based on patient risk factors and procedure requirements
• Make independent clinical judgments regarding patient readiness for surgery based on established protocols

Electronic Health Record Management & Communication

• Document comprehensive pre-operative assessments and risk evaluations accurately and completely in Epic
• Monitor and triage Epic InBasket messages related to pre-admission services in accordance with clinic protocols
• Provide telephone triage for pre-operative patient calls regarding clinical questions and procedure preparation
• Manage referrals and coordinate pre-operative consultations between specialties and primary care providers
• Communicate assessment findings and recommendations clearly to anesthesia providers (anesthesiologists and CRNAs), surgeons, and healthcare team members
• Process and coordinate pre-operative orders, laboratory results, and diagnostic testing
• Respond to patient portal messages and telephone calls regarding pre-operative preparation within established time frames

Patient Education & Support

• Provide comprehensive pre-operative education tailored to individual patient needs, literacy levels, and cultural backgrounds
• Explain surgical procedures, anesthesia options, and post-operative expectations in terms patients can understand
• Deliver written and verbal instructions for pre-operative preparation including dietary restrictions, medication management, and arrival procedures
• Address patient and family concerns, questions, and anxieties regarding upcoming procedures
• Counsel patients on pre-operative medication adjustments, NPO guidelines, and preparation requirements specific to their procedure
• Support patients in understanding informed consent processes and documentation requirements
• Facilitate patient understanding of post-operative care expectations and discharge planning

Team Collaboration & Clinical Support

• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with…