PAT Nurse

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Ortho Virginia
, Virginia's largest provider of expert orthopedic and therapeutic care, is currently seeking a full-time, experienced PAT (Pre-Admission Testing) Nurse to join our outpatient surgical team!

• Collaborative, team‑oriented environment—work alongside a supportive, skilled team that values your expertise and leadership.
• Outstanding benefits package—competitive salary, excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, and a robust 401(k) plan.
• Mission‑driven work—be part of a leading organization committed to improving lives every day.

• Conduct verbal assessments via phone or in person prior to surgery, collecting medical history and documenting findings in the EMR.
• Use sound clinical judgment to review patient responses to pre‑operative questionnaires and messages.
• Identify and communicate pre‑operative care needs using the nursing process: assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Coordinate with anesthesia regarding lab results, medical concerns, and special needs prior to the day of surgery.
• Provide clear, compassionate patient education and pre‑operative instructions.
• Respond promptly to patient inquiries and conduct outbound follow‑up calls as needed.
• Support patients and families with both procedural information and emotional reassurance.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of surgical procedures, anesthesia methods, and ambulatory surgery protocols to effectively answer questions.
• Ensure documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with HIPAA and facility protocols.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient care.
• Maintain knowledge of and compliance with Operatory policies, safety plans, and accreditation standards (e.g., AAAHC).
• Participate in quality improvement activities and assume other duties as assigned.

• Adhere to all OSHA, HIPAA, federal, and state regulations.
• Remain compliant with AAAHC standards and Ortho Virginia policies and procedures.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
• Proficient in basic computer systems and electronic medical records (EMR).
• At least 2 years of experience in OR, PACU, ASC, ED, or ICU preferred.

Pre‑Employment background check, drug screen, and TB test required for all new hires. Ortho Virginia, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This organization participates in E-Verify.