Pre-Admission RN

SUMMARY

The Pre-Admission RN is responsible for assessing the patient's health status prior to admission, analyzing that information in conjunction with clinical data (lab and clinical testing results and physicians orders), and intervening to prevent problems that could result in adverse patient outcomes or delayed/cancelled procedures. Collaborates with multidisciplinary staff to initiate care planning needed during and after hospitalization/procedure as related to the special needs of the patient.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

*Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

*Initiates assessments via pre-admission phone contact or upon admission based on the patient's presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Center's procedures; conducts initial assessment and documents health history and current medications.

*Obtains and reviews physician's orders, clinical testing/lab results and Health & Physicals (H&Ps); synthesizes pertinent patient data to identify priority needs to be addressed prior to or upon admission.

*Identifies potential problems with abnormal lab results, medications, pre-op orders, etc. and intervenes as appropriate with primary care physicians, surgeons, or anesthesia personnel.

*Collaborates with members of ancillary services in a multidisciplinary approach to prepare for patient admission, i.e. special needs for patients with latex allergies; works with Health Information Management to obtain H & Ps; works with other departmental staff to have the patients arrive in time for required tests to be done or tests read prior to the scheduled surgery/procedure start time.

*Communicates special care needs to appropriate staff, expeditors and Managers to ensure and enhance patient care and satisfaction.

*Provides pre-operative education for the patient or family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences, and readiness to learn; provides basic post-op education as appropriate.

*Locates required health records and documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.

*Actively participates in continued learning opportunities and continued self-development pertinent to current duties; maintains professional and collaborative relationships.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Registered Nurse licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.