Job Requisition: REQ3196 Employment Type: Per Diem Shift: Days Hours Per Week: As scheduled Hiring range: $ 35.70-$46.41 The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Responsibilities: • Conducts an in-depth interview with patient to ensure full understanding of the surgical procedure, required preparation, and all other relevant information. • Reviews patient s medical history and medications, assesses health status, and identifies any medical anomalies that may impact planned surgery. • Initiates consultation with other physicians and/or orders additional pre-operative testing, as needed. • Provides counsel to patient or patient s representative regarding timing, transportation before and after surgery, and planning for in-patient stay as needed. Education: • High School Diploma/GED required • Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Licensure / Certification / Registration: Required Credential(s): • BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. • Registered Nurse credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English. Complexity of Work: • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment. Personal Protective Equipment: • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.