Travel Nurse RN - Ambulatory Surgery
MIlwaukee, WI
PRN Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Required Skills & Experience:
-One to two years of perioperative nursing experience as a circulating nurse in an operating room, ambulatory surgery center, or procedural setting.

Monday- Friday 0700-1530 Phone triage skills, EPIC, Internal Medicine/Surgery/Pre-admission testing knowledge, good communication/computer skills This is a 100% phone-based role. The RN reviews patient charts and triages patients to ensure they meet the selection criteria for an outpatient surgery center based on anesthesia guidelines. They then contact patients to provide pre-procedure instructions, including medication guidance based on established protocols and guidelines. The role may also involve coordinating communication between anesthesia providers and patients to determine whether a patient is appropriate for an outpatient setting.- Strong communication and phone presence with attention to detail 

Additional Role Overview :The following description may also help clarify the type of experience and responsibilities we’re looking for in a pre-admission RN: Patient Assessment: Review medical histories, clinical findings, and risk factors to determine patient readiness for surgery and suitability for admission. 

Care Planning: Develop and document individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, following clinical guidelines and facility policies.

Coordination of Services: Coordinate pre-operative clearances, diagnostic testing, and referrals as needed before the procedure. 

Protocol Application: Apply established protocols to triage patients, provide guidance, and educate patients on pre-admission requirements. 

Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to clinical protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements while maintaining accurate documentation. 

Communication: Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, specialists, and other departments to ensure all necessary pre-operative steps are completed.

 Patient Education: Provide pre-operative instructions, answer patient questions, and educate patients on medication management and procedure preparation. Schedule interview in the system