Staff RN PAT/POP, Per Diem

Stamford Health is hiring a Pre-Admission Testing (PAT POP) RN at our 32 Strawberry Hill CT, Stamford Location!

This is a PER DIEM Position!

At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized, person‑centered care. This commitment guides how we care for patients, support their care partners, and promote the wellbeing of our staff. In alignment with our Planetree philosophy, the individual in this role will foster a respectful, collaborative environment that honors the needs, values, and preferences of every person we serve and the colleagues we partner with.

• As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center

Responsibilities

• 1. This position oversees the coordination of preadmission and preassessment activities for surgical/ procedural patients. Conducts remote telephone and inpatient assessments at POP visit to ensure patient readiness prior to their date of surgery. Collaborates with Hospitalists, Nurse Practitioner Anesthesia, Surgeon’s office, primary care physicians, other physician consultants and ancillary services. 2.
• The RN will complete a patient intake either over the phone and/or at POP visits.
• The RN will service patients having surgery at both the Tully Center and Main campus
• The RN will verify and review with the patient their medical / surgical history, including medication reconciliation, MDRO risk and other screenings as indicated to ensure patient readiness prior to surgery.
• The RN Verifies patient information by using established patient identifiers.
• The RN confirms surgery/ procedure, date and location of procedure. The RN reports any identified clinical issues to the Surgeons office and scheduling department as indicated.
• The RN will provide pre-operative instruction to all patients to include medication instructions, NPO status, bathing requirements, date and location of surgery.
• POP Patients: The RN shall work in tandem with Physicians, NP’s and Patient Care Tech’s (PCT) in preparation and completion of physical exam during visit, including obtaining vital signs, height, weight and specimens/testing ordered by the Physician/NP.
• Provides relevant documentation in a timely manner to the PAT/POP Coordinator to help ensure the patient’s surgical chart in the EHR is complete prior to surgery.
• Practices and adheres to Stamford Health’s “Code of Conduct” philosophy, Standards for Service Excellence and organizational values of Teamwork, Integrity, compassion, Respect and Accountability.
• Participates in:
• Professional Governance boards and activities at the unit, service line, and organizational level
• Quality improvement initiatives, nursing research and innovation, and/or evidence-based practice projects
• It is the obligation of Professional Nurses to be involved in governance to enhance nursing practice, drive excellence and innovation, and improve outcomes.
• Completes required continuous training and education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Valid license as Registered Nurse in CT
• BLS Certification
• Excellent customer service / communication skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar position.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Previous experience with adult and pediatric clinical assessments preferred.

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

• Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships.
• U.S.
• News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital.
• The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety.
• The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org [http://www.stamfordhealth.org/]. Like us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/StamfordHealth/] and follow us on Twitter [https://twitter.com/stamfordhosp], Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/stamfordhealth/], YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/user/stamfordhospital], and LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/stamford-health].

Why work for Stamford Health?

Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate. Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys. With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.

Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations. Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care. We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.

For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.