Registered Nurse; RN - Pre-Admission Testing; PAT
Job in
Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois, 61791, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
Listing for:
Gailey Eye Clinic
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-12
Job specializations:
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Nursing
RN Nurse, Healthcare Nursing, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Surgical Assistant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Registered Nurse (RN) - Pre-Admission Testing (PAT)
Bloomington Eye Institute is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Nurse. This primarily desk-based role plays a critical part in preparing patients for ophthalmic surgery by ensuring all medical, clinical, and administrative requirements are complete prior to the patient’s surgical date. The PAT Nurse works closely with the Clinical Manager, anesthesia team, scheduler, Surgeons and clinical staff to ensure smooth surgical flow.
Key Responsibilities:- Patient Communication & Surgical Instructions
- Chart Review & Completion
- Schedule Preparation & Distribution
- Chart Management & Documentation
- Anesthesia Coordination
- Safety, Quality, & Compliance
Duties Include:
- Assist the Clinical Manager with clinical assignments or scheduling if needed.
- Occasionally covering the Surgical Scheduler role
- Help clinical or surgical assistants with calls, chart prep, or scanning when time permits.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and secure PAT workspace
- Active RN license in Illinois (required)
- Prior experience in ambulatory surgery, pre-admission testing, pre-op/PACU, or surgical coordination preferred
- Strong assessment skills and ability to recognize abnormal medical findings
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills
- Proficiency with EHR systems and comfort with administrative, detail-focused work
- BLS required; ACLS/PALS preferred (or willingness to obtain)
- No weekends, holidays, or on-call requirements
- Supportive, collaborative team environment in a high-quality ophthalmic ASC
- Stable Monday-Thursday schedule ideal for work-life balance
- Medical, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance
- Retirement plan with employer contributions
- PTO & Holiday Pay
- Facility-provided uniforms and laundering
- Shoe allowance
- Free CEUs provided by ASCA
- Educational bonuses for approved professional development
- Eye care benefits
- Additional voluntary coverage (Critical Illness, Accident Insurance)
Pay:
The starting range for this position is $33.25 - $38.60/hr. depending on skills, experience, and qualifications as well as market considerations. (posting updated 1/2/2025)
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