Banner Health
Registered Nurse RN PAT Preadmission Testing
Banner Health, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
Registered Nurse RN PAT Preadmission Testing
Location:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department:
Preadmission Services - Hospital
Shift:
Day (0800‑1730 or 0800‑1830) Varied Monday‑Friday
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is a level‑1 trauma, Magnet, teaching hospital that performs over 300 cases weekly. The Pre‑Admission Testing (PAT) nurse oversees intake, conducts an initial physical assessment, interviews patients, performs tests ordered by surgeons such as EKGs, draws blood for lab work, and coordinates care with the surgical team.
Core Functions
Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs; reviews history, physical, diagnostics, and laboratory data; reports abnormal results to physicians and other caregivers.
Formulates and revises individualized plans of care including discharge; sets realistic, measurable goals in collaboration with patient, family, and health team; incorporates cultural, psychosocial, and age‑specific considerations.
Implements care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision; follows physician orders and the nursing plan of care while adhering to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching; revises plans as needed; evaluates progress toward goals and outcome expectations collaboratively.
Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record with legible, timely, and policy‑compliant entries.
Provides evidence‑based care, participates in research, shared leadership, and education; mentors and supports the growth of others when appropriate.
Contributes to society through activities that promote effective, efficient, equitable, and safe patient care; engages in professional organizations and quality improvement initiatives.
Supervises staff and workflow in certain roles; interacts with staff, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts to facilitate patient care and clarify information.
Works with clergy to provide spiritual support; synthesizes data from multiple sources to support patients and families.
Minimum Qualifications Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice (or a temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure). BLS certification is required. Additional certifications or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Experience in the relevant clinical area is desired; at least one year of acute‑care experience in the past 12 months, and annual competency validations are required. Specific licensing and background clearance requirements apply to behavioral health and home‑health positions as noted in the full posting.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred; professional certification preferred; additional related education and/or experience may be considered.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Associate
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Phoenix, Arizona
Department:
Preadmission Services - Hospital
Shift:
Day (0800‑1730 or 0800‑1830) Varied Monday‑Friday
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is a level‑1 trauma, Magnet, teaching hospital that performs over 300 cases weekly. The Pre‑Admission Testing (PAT) nurse oversees intake, conducts an initial physical assessment, interviews patients, performs tests ordered by surgeons such as EKGs, draws blood for lab work, and coordinates care with the surgical team.
Core Functions
Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs; reviews history, physical, diagnostics, and laboratory data; reports abnormal results to physicians and other caregivers.
Formulates and revises individualized plans of care including discharge; sets realistic, measurable goals in collaboration with patient, family, and health team; incorporates cultural, psychosocial, and age‑specific considerations.
Implements care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision; follows physician orders and the nursing plan of care while adhering to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching; revises plans as needed; evaluates progress toward goals and outcome expectations collaboratively.
Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record with legible, timely, and policy‑compliant entries.
Provides evidence‑based care, participates in research, shared leadership, and education; mentors and supports the growth of others when appropriate.
Contributes to society through activities that promote effective, efficient, equitable, and safe patient care; engages in professional organizations and quality improvement initiatives.
Supervises staff and workflow in certain roles; interacts with staff, physicians, patients, families, and external contacts to facilitate patient care and clarify information.
Works with clergy to provide spiritual support; synthesizes data from multiple sources to support patients and families.
Minimum Qualifications Must possess a current, valid RN license in the state of practice (or a temporary/interim RN license, or compact RN licensure). BLS certification is required. Additional certifications or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Experience in the relevant clinical area is desired; at least one year of acute‑care experience in the past 12 months, and annual competency validations are required. Specific licensing and background clearance requirements apply to behavioral health and home‑health positions as noted in the full posting.
Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred; professional certification preferred; additional related education and/or experience may be considered.
EEO Statement EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Employment Type Full‑time
Seniority Level Associate
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