Registered Nurse Pre-Assessment Testing II - Midwest Surgery Center

Conduct pre-assessment testing by interviewing patients to gather data, reviewing test results, and notifying physicians of abnormalities. Develop individualized perianesthesia plans of care by evaluating medical history and surgical plans while communicating patient status throughout the continuum. Educate patients on medications, pain management, wound care, and psychosocial responses, and actively involve them in perioperative decision-making. Serve as the primary contact for referral sources to direct patient screening and clearance for procedures. Administer medications safely using the 8-rights, handle specimens per policy, and demonstrate safe equipment operation. Provide accurate hand-off reports to teammates, participate in multidisciplinary care planning, and contribute to quality review and performance improvement projects.