Registered Nurse, PAT

Full-Time Registered Nurse PATTownsen Memorial Surgery Center, Katy is looking for a Full-Time Registered Nurse PAT to join our team! Current, active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the State of Texas required.SUMMARY: The Registered Nurse, PAT is responsible for coordinating the pre-admission testing (PAT) and interview/assessment process for patients scheduled to undergo an invasive or surgical procedure. Communicates with providers and/or their respective office staff as indicated regarding patient testing results to optimize the patient's condition prior to surgery.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Ensures supplies and equipment needed are available and in good working orderExplains nursing procedures and actions taken to help reduce anxietyAssesses patient's physical and mental statusDocuments patient care delivered, accurately in the medical recordImplements doctor's orders in a timely and accurate mannerCoordinates patient care; provides explanations and teaching to patient/familyPlans for routine events and anticipates/prevents and manages/evaluates emergent situationsAdapts to unexpected changesPerforms all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.Participates in performance improvement activitiesKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Must be able to work independently, demonstrating sound judgment and reliability.Initiative and ability to troubleshoot and resolve conflict.Able to thrive and succeed in a team environment.Exceptional organization skills, ability to multitask and prioritize work activity based on need, attention to detail, initiative, and follow-through skills.Advanced level written and verbal communication skills, strong decision-making ability and attention to detail yielding effective conveyance of information.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Associates Degree in NursingRegistered Nurse in the State of TexasOne (1) year of perioperative nursing experienceBasic Life Support certifiedAdvanced Cardio Life Support (ACLS) certified or must be obtained within 60 days of hirePediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certified or must be obtained within 60 days of hireBENEFITS:3 Medical Plans2 Dental Plans2 Vision PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramShort and Long Term Disability PlansBasic Life and Voluntary Insurance Plans with AD&D401(k) with a 2-year vestingPTO + Holidays