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Registered Nurse - Pre Admission Testing Surgery Center - Part Time
AtlantiCare
New Jersey, United States
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Posted Jul 28, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 1, 2026
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Job Description
The Perioperative Nurse in Pre-admission Testing plays a vital role in ensuring patients are well-prepared for their surgical journey. You will be responsible for collecting and analyzing patient data, conducting thorough assessments, and providing essential support to patients and their families. This role is crucial in ensuring a smooth and successful surgical experience, as you will be the key point of contact for patients, physicians, and the healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Provide exceptional patient care and family support, ensuring a positive perioperative experience.
Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and collect patient data for clinical overview.
Review and analyze patient medical history, surgical history, and current medications.
Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, including anesthesiologists and surgeons.
Ensure patients are appropriate candidates for scheduled procedures at AtlantiCare Surgery Center.
Implement and manage individualized perioperative patient care plans.
Complete pre-operative telephone calls, providing instructions and ensuring patient understanding.
Maintain accurate medical records and ensure patient information is up-to-date.
Work collaboratively with the Executive Medical Director for complex patient cases.
Promote a positive and supportive work environment, fostering teamwork and cooperation.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor's in nursing preferred.
Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey is mandatory.
1-3 years of medical/surgical experience with strong assessment skills is required.
Previous Ambulatory surgery or PAT experience is preferred.
Critical Care experience is an asset.
Proficiency in Clinical Applications is preferred, with training provided upon hire.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt to changing schedules.
Good organization and prioritizing skills, with a focus on attention to detail.
Computer literacy and proficiency in relevant software.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in emergency situations.
About Us
Total Rewards at AtlantiCare
Benefits
At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans with employer contributions
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
Wellness Programs to help you thrive
Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more
Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.
Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.
Pay Transparency
In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law" in impacted states, which mandate employers to list salary ranges in job advertisements and promotions.
AtlantiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Skills for this role
nursing assessmentpatient data collection and analysismedical history reviewsurgical history reviewmedication reviewperioperative care planningpre-operative patient educationpre-operative telephone callsmedical records maintenanceclinical applications proficiency
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey
- medical/surgical experience with strong assessment skills is required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical Insurance
- Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans with employer contributions
- Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Long-Term Disability Coverage
About the employer
AtlantiCare
Hospital
You would be joining AtlantiCare at the Mainland Campus in the Galloway area of southern New Jersey — a nonprofit regional system with more than 6,500 team members and campuses that also include Atlantic City. Nursing here runs on Swanson’s…
628 beds
Magnet® recognized
What reviewers appreciate
- Automatic one-year New Graduate Nurse Residency with monthly seminars and formalized mentorship
- Four-level Professional Ladder with financial stipend and mentorship team
- Tuition and education support for advanced degrees, conferences, certification prep, and CE
What reviewers flag
- Reviews describe upper management as unresponsive and out of touch
- Staff report compensation that does not feel matched to workload
- High stress and long hours limit work-life balance in many roles
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