Department/Unit:
Pre-Admission Services
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)A Pre-Admission Testing Nurse plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient preparation of patients for surgical or invasive procedures. They assess patients' medical histories, perform necessary tests, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure that patients are optimally prepared for their procedures. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and clinical expertise will contribute to the overall quality of care provided to patients.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients scheduled for surgical or invasive procedures to evaluate their physical and emotional readiness.
- Review patients' medical histories, including pre-existing conditions, allergies, medications, and previous surgeries, to identify potential risks or complications.
- Coordinate diagnostic tests such as blood work, ECGs, X-rays, and other assessments as required to ensure patients are medically fit for their procedures.
- Assess and document patients' current medications, including dosage and frequency, and make recommendations for any necessary adjustments or changes in consultation with physicians.
- Provide patients and their families with detailed information about the upcoming procedure, including what to expect, preoperative instructions, and potential risks.
- Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for each patient.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records, including preoperative assessments, test results, and communication with the healthcare team.
- Adhere to strict infection control protocols and ensure that patients are screened for contagious illnesses to minimize the risk of surgical site infections.
- Monitor and address any safety concerns related to the patient's condition, such as allergies, fall risk, or other vulnerabilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduate of a professional academic nursing program in which a Diploma, Associate Degree or Baccalaureate Degree is conferred
- Must hold current NYS Registered Nurse license
- Obtains and maintains certification in BLS/ACLS/PALS/TNCC
- Minimum of 1-3 years of previous clinical nursing experience
- Ability to improve job performance through continuing education
- Possesses knowledge of quality concepts, principles, and problem-solving tools and techniques and demonstrates ability to apply in support of departmental and patient care quality improvement
Albany Med offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes:
- Excellent benefits including health/dental/vision
- Employer-funded pension plan
- Paid Leave
Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!
Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
