Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Surgical Testing

Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre‑Surgical Testing Job Ref: 34332 Category: Nursing Location: 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742 Department: Pre Surgical Testing Schedule: Per Diem Shift: Day shift Hours: 7:30-5p Pay Range: $35.71 - $71.43 per hour Reports directly to unit manager but works collaboratively with the department of anesthesia. This role is expected to gather appropriate patient information, including but not limited to: tests, labs, consults, etc. They ensure these results are within acceptable range parameters and, if not, collaborate with the appropriate physicians to rectify the areas of concern so surgery is not cancelled. In conjunction with support staff, they assemble the patient chart for the surgical procedure, ensuring completion of all ordered tests, and instruct the patient on fasting times, medications to be taken/held, and answer any questions the patient may have about the procedure/process. The attire will be business casual with a lab coat. Minimum Qualifications Education Graduate of accredited school of nursing Experience Previous experience in surgical setting preferred Strong background in patient assessment skills Licensure and/or Certification Current MA RN license in good standing required BCLS required Skills Excellent customer service skills. Critical thinking required Strong physical assessment skills required Strong organization skills Ability to multi-task Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English. Computer skills required. Ability to maintain confidential information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emerson Hospital