Preadmissions Nurse

About the role
Reporting to the Preadmissions Manager, the
Preadmissions Nurse
plays a critical role in ensuring patients are clinically and administratively prepared for their upcoming procedures. This position is responsible for conducting comprehensive preoperative assessments, identifying potential risks, and coordinating necessary investigations to optimise patient safety and surgical outcomes. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including clinical and non-clinical staff and managers, visiting specialists and Allied Health professionals, the Preadmissions Nurse provides education, support, and reassurance to patients and their families, ensuring they are well-informed and confident about their care journey, enhancing the overall patient experience.
This is an exciting opportunity for an appropriately qualified
Registered Nurse with preadmissions experience
to join our Preadmissions team on a casual basis.
Burnside Hospital's history is steeped in strong community connection. Often described as a country hospital in the city, we're proud of our reputation for quality care and providing a warm and welcoming environment for patients and our people. If you're passionate about providing exceptional care throughout the patient journey, and ready to be a part of a team where you can apply your skills to deliver positive outcomes, we want to hear from you Click 'Apply' to view the Position Description and submit your application.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments and identify potential risks to patient safety and surgical outcomes.
Coordinate necessary investigations and prepare patients for procedures in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Provide education, support, and reassurance to patients and their families, ensuring they are well-informed about their care journey.
Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical staff and managers, visiting specialists and Allied Health professionals to optimise patient experience.
Qualifications
Registered Nurse with preadmissions experience.
This is a casual employment opportunity.
About us
Burnside Hospital is one of South Australia's foremost private healthcare providers, offering a range of services and clinics across our two sites, Toorak Gardens and Stepney, caring for and supporting thousands of patients who choose to have their healthcare needs met here each year. We are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, their families, and the community and pride ourselves on our values-based approach of caring with empathy and respect, prioritising safety and wellbeing, and investing in continuous learning and professional growth. We work together as a team and value diversity, ensuring a positive, inclusive culture for everyone.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.
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