Stoughton Health has an excellent opportunity for a Pre-Anesthesia Testing RN (PAT RN) to join our Surgical Services team on a Full-Time basis.
The Pre-Anesthesia Testing RN (PAT RN) is responsible for conducting comprehensive nursing assessments and coordinating necessary preoperative testing and education for patients scheduled for elective surgeries or procedures. This role ensures patients are medically optimized for anesthesia and surgery, identifies and manages risks, and facilitates a safe and timely preoperative journey.
Essential Functions:
Perform detailed pre-anesthesia assessments, including health history, medications, allergies, past anesthesia experiences, and comorbidities.
Review laboratory, diagnostic, and specialist test results for completeness and clinical relevance.
Identify abnormal findings or high-risk conditions and escalate to anesthesia or surgical teams.
Collaborate with anesthesia providers to determine appropriate anesthesia plans and pre-op instructions.
Educate patients and families about surgical preparations.
Answer patient questions and provide reassurance or clarification regarding the surgical process.
Familiar with EPIC
Knowledge of national preoperative fasting, antimicrobial prophylaxis, and optimization guidelines
Position Requirements:
Required: Associate’s Degree in Nursing
Required: Graduate of an accredited school of Registered Nursing
Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
Currently licensed by the Board of Licensing and Regulation in the State of Wisconsin as a Registered Nurse in good standing
Required: 2 – 5 years of experience in clinical nursing, preferably in perioperative care, pre-op, or critical care.
Required Certification: BLS and ACLS certificates within 90 days of hire
Non-violent crisis intervention or workplace violence training every two years on a rolling calendar
Computer Competency: Basic Computer Skills are expected for this position. Access email, reference internal websites, access electronic health records, and use online learning tools to remain current with continuing education requirements.
Microsoft Office Suite Skills: Beginning Skills – Able to perform basic things such as opening a document, change font, save a document, write a letter.
Work Shift:
Full-Time, 1.0 FTE
40 hours per week
Scheduled Days: Monday - Friday
Scheduled Shift: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Benefits:
Working with Stoughton Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
403(b) retirement plan (employer match at hire)
Medical Insurance (Multiple Health Plan Options)
Dental, and Vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
Flexible spending account
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Time Off (PTO at hire)
Employee assistance programs
Tuition Assistance
Free On Campus Parking
Work Environment:
This position is an in-person role at our Stoughton Hospital location. The role supports a collaborative and supportive work culture while providing exceptional, personalized service.
Stoughton Health offers a competitive pay rate, shift differential pay, and excellent benefits. Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply online to join our team
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