Job Description
Job Title:
Pre-Admission Testing / LVN
Department:
Surgical Services
Reports To:
Director of Surgical Services
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Date:
12/1/2022
Responsible for scheduling surgical procedures for patients. Works in collaboration with the Surgical
Services Team when scheduling patients for surgical procedures. Works in collaborations with providers
and surgeon's office staff to ensure that surgical procedures are scheduled appropriately. Works in
collaboration with providers and surgeon's office staff to ensure that all required documentation necessary
for scheduling a surgical procedure is received and current prior to scheduling surgery for patients. The
Pre Admission Testing Nurse will communicate with patients in preparation for scheduled surgery.
Communication may include but is not limited to: Instructions for taking/withholding medication, food and
drink, pre-operative bathing, time of arrival, arrangement of safe transportation and pre admission testing
required prior to day of surgery as applicable.
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Provides instruction to patients in preparation for surgery.
Interacts professionally with the nursing staff and other departments to determine specific needs prior to a patient's arrival to surgery
Interacts professionally with the vendor/manufacturer sales representatives; coordinates with Surgical Coordinator that any required additional equipment is available in preparation for a patient's planned surgical procedure.
Assists with the coordination of performance improvement continuous quality improvement activities.
Ability to serve as a resource person to the Surgeon, Surgical Services Team and the patient.
May perform clinical duties if needed.
Able to develop and instruct education for all patients. This includes pediatric, geriatric, and the general population.
Treats patients and families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Supports and maintains a culture of safety and equality
Follows the seven (7) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Demonstrates the ability to be flexible and organized.
Maintains compliance with all aspects of HIPAA in the management of all patient health information.
Perform other duties as assigned
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Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations and policies and
procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials
Participate in performance improvement activities as necessary
Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues and adhering to all HIPAA rules and regulations.
Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills
Treat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respect
Utilize effective communication methods and skills
Explain all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriers
Able to perform care in non-judgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs
Ensure personal appearance is business casual and professional at all times
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Attend all required meetings and in-service education
Remain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignments
Compliance with attendance standards
Demonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessary
Qualifications
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current LVN licensure in the State of Texas.
Minimum of one (1) year work experience.
Maintains professional growth and development though seminars, workshops, and professional affiliation to keep abreast of the latest trends in the field of expertise
Completes annual educational requirements
LANGUAGE/MATH/REASONING ABILITY
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
COMPUTER SKILLS
Basic computer skills
CERTIFICATE/LICENSES
BLS
ACLS will need to be obtained within 30 days of DOH
Professional Maturity: The ability to separate emotional feelings from the real issues at hand
Responsibility: The ability to accept choices you have made and the results they have led to
Communication: The ability to write and speak effectively; actively listens to others, and give feedback
Flexibility: Demonstrate responsiveness and adaptability following change initiatives
Intelligence: Understand information and apply new knowledge
Energetic: Exhibits high levels of energy and enthusiasm
Organized: Efficient in structuring tasks to be accomplished
Computer Savvy: The ability to use technology efficiently and effectively
Customer Service: The ability to enhance customer satisfaction
Job Knowledge/Technical Knowledge: Knowledgeable of current role and technical systems, and the impact it has on the organization
Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates upmost level of integrity
Interpersonal Communication: Writes and speaks effectively based on the psychological, relational, situation, environmental and cultural dynamics within the situation
Collaboration and Partnership: Encourages participation from team members
Manages Change: Demonstrates flexibility with changing environments
Problem Solving: Resolve issues in a timely manner
Attention to Detail: Follows procedures to ensure entry of data
Organization: Uses time efficiently by prioritizing and planning work activities
Judgment: Ability to make independent decisions
Teamwork: Works with others to accomplish objectives and shows support for decisions
Quality: Sets high standards to ensure quality in work performed
Accountability: Takes responsibility for adhering to all company policies, procures, and performance expectations
The physical demands for this position include: adequate vision, hearing, and repetitive motion
Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature
Ascending or descending stairs, ramps and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
Substantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner
Bending legs downward and forward by bending leg and spine
Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office setting with adequate ventilation
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