Registered Nurse - PAT

Pre Admission Testing (PAT)

SHIFT: FT Days 

This position is referral eligible.

Full-time roles are eligible for a sign-on bonus. The amount is dependent upon FTE - apply now to learn more!

The Pre-Admission Testing department at our facility plays a critical role in preparing patients safely and efficiently for upcoming surgical or procedural care.  Their responsibilities include conducting comprehensive preoperative assessments, reviewing medical histories and current medications, obtaining and documenting vital signs and required diagnostic tests, and identifying potential risks that may impact anesthesia or procedural outcomes. They collaborate closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, and other interdisciplinary team members to ensure all preoperative requirements are met and communicate any abnormal findings promptly. Additionally, PAT nurses provide patient education regarding pre‑procedure instructions, medication management, and expectations for the day of surgery, helping to reduce anxiety and promote adherence. By ensuring accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and timely coordination of care, the PAT nursing team member supports optimal patient safety, workflow efficiency, and successful surgical outcomes.

This is a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail and time management skills. Our unit culture is defined by a small team with an extended family environment, emphasizing collaboration and teamwork with both peers and providers. If you are willing to work hard, are self-motivated, and desire to work in a positive atmosphere, this is the right team for you!

Are you an upcoming nurse graduate or recent nurse graduate? Please apply through our pipeline requisition here: Clinical Nurse Resident (RN) - New & Upcoming Grads in Statewide, Indiana, United States. This pipeline requisition allows the IU Health Talent Acquisition team to pair upcoming & recent nurse graduates with the best opportunities available to them based on their unique skillset and interests. Thanks for your interest in joining the team!  

 

• Requires an Associates of Nursing (ASN); Bachelor of Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.
• Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.
• Other advanced Life Support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Education: The Registered Nurse (RN) must have graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program.
  • Exceptions: Candidates who have not graduated from a nationally accredited program may be considered if they possess more than two years of acute care experience. Such exceptions are subject to review and approval by the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

Why Join IU Health? 

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer: 

• Increased pay scale for bedside nurses 
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that is patient centered. 
• Competitive benefits. 
• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match. 
• Employer paid medical leave. 
• Tuition reimbursement. 
• Student loan forgiveness – IU Health qualifies under the public service loan forgiveness program. 
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you 
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck. The more you participate, the more you earn. 

 Our culture of compassion allows for a holistic delivery of care that is individualized based on our patients’ and their families’ needs. At IU Health, every team member is a caregiver. This care does not stop with our patients, it also extends to one another and our community through service projects, health initiatives and wellness education. 

 

 

 

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.