PRE-ANESTHESIA CLINIC (PAC) REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

PAY RATE: $27.66 - $41.49 BASED ON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE FLEXIBLE HOURS - CLINIC & PAC CALLS

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+ 403b + matching

+ Up to 4 weeks paid time off in first year

+ Onsite childcare - Quincy location

+ 24/7 Wellness Center access

+ Educational assistance opportunities

JOB SUMMARY

The Pre-Anesthesia Clinic (PAC) Registered Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive preoperative assessment, care coordination and patient education through a combination of onsite clinic coverage and flexible PAC call shifts. This role supports surgical readiness by ensuring accurate documentation, timely pre-op optimization and high-quality patient communication. The schedule includes flexible start times and variable shift lengths to meet patient volume, accommodate staffing needs and support work/life balance.

This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals, and direction of the Performance Improvement Process (PIP) at Blessing Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-Anesthesia Clinic (Onsite)

+ Conduct face-to-face preoperative assessments and focused physicals.

+ Review medications, allergies, comorbidities, labs, imaging, and consult requirements.

+ Prepare patients for anesthesia evaluation and optimize readiness for surgery.

+ Provide patient education on pre-op instructions, NPO guidelines, and post-op expectations.

+ Coordinate care with anesthesiologists, surgeons, secretaries, and LPNs.

2. PAC Call Responsibilities (Remote or Onsite)

+ Perform scheduled pre-op telephone assessments with accuracy and efficiency.

+ Complete calls within standard benchmarks (ex: 12 calls per shift goal, <60-minute appointment duration).

+ Verify chart readiness, home medications, allergies, and risk factors.

+ Identify and escalate cases requiring NP/MD review.

+ Document thoroughly in the EMR and follow workflows aligned with Epic/organizational standards.

3. Care Coordination & Documentation

+ Utilize standardized workflows, templates, and checklists to ensure completeness.

+ Apply informed-consent, pre-procedure, and pre-optimization criteria consistently.

+ Communicate with surgeons’ clinics regarding missing information, abnormal findings, or scheduling issues

4. Teamwork & Continuous Improvement

+ Participate in PAC huddles, daily scheduling, and staffing distribution for calls vs. clinic.

+ Provide input for process improvements (Lean, workflow redesign, value analysis).

+ Support teamwork across RN, LPN, secretary, and NP groups.

5. Schedule & Flexibility Expectations

+ Flexible scheduling options to support clinic coverage, PAC call volume, and staff availability.

+ Options may include: 6 or 8 hour shifts (48 total hours per pay period)

+ Flexible start times between 0700–1000 depending on assignment

+ Blend of clinic days and dedicated call days

+ Ability to flex between roles based on volume and staffing

+ Occasional early start/late finish during high-volume days or before holidays.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training/Experience:

REQUIRED:

+ Current RN license (state specific)

+ Minimum 1-2 years of clinical nursing; perioperative, ambulatory or acute care preferred

+ Strong assessment, communication and clinical judgment skills

+ Comfort with a fast-paced, high-volume environment

+ Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow standardized workflows

+ Experience with electronic medical records; EPIC preferred

PREFERRED:

+ Pre-anesthesia, PACU or surgical services experience

+ Familiarity with optimization guidelines, STOP-Bang, chronic disease management and anesthesia risk screening

+ Time management and call efficiency skills (aiming for 12-15 calls/day)

+ Ability to adapt to workflow changes and contribute to quality improvement initiatives

+ Accurate and complete chart readiness

+ Contribution to department productivity goals (e.g., WHPUOS, call volume benchmarks)

+ Positive patient experience and teamwork feedback

License/Certifications/Special Requirements:

+ Possesses current State RN license.

PAY STATUS

+ Non-Exempt Hourly

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