Registered Nurse - Pre-Admission Testing (PAT)

UHS•Washington, DC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Pre-Admission Testing (PRN-Days) Our ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive pre-operative assessments for patients scheduled for surgery. This role involves evaluating patients' medical histories, performing physical examinations, and coordinating necessary diagnostic tests. The incumbent will also provide education and support to patients and their families, ensuring they are well-prepared for their surgical procedures. To learn more visit https://cedarhillregional.com or https://jobs.uhsinc.com/cedar-hill-regional-medical-center. As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Requirements

DC RN License required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in pre-admission testing, perioperative nursing or related field
BLS certification required
Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to remain calm and focused during high-pressure situations.
Commitment to upholding the highest standards of patient care and safety.
Demonstrated communication, organization, and critical thinking skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degreee in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
ACLS certification preferred

Responsibilities

conducting comprehensive pre-operative assessments for patients scheduled for surgery
evaluating patients' medical histories
performing physical examinations
coordinating necessary diagnostic tests
provide education and support to patients and their families
ensuring they are well-prepared for their surgical procedures