Nurse Clinician III - VL Surgery - Preop & PACU **League City, Texas, United States** **New** Nursing & Care Management UTMB Health Requisition # 2405871 **Job Summary:** The Surgical Pre-Op Phone Call Nurse is responsible for conducting pre-operative phone assessments for patients scheduled for surgery. This role involves gathering patient medical histories, providing pre-operative instructions, and addressing any questions or concerns to ensure patients are well-prepared for their surgical procedures. **Key Responsibilities:** + Conduct pre-operative phone assessments with patients to gather comprehensive medical histories. + Review and verify patient information, including allergies, medications, and previous surgical experiences. + Provide detailed pre-operative instructions, including fasting guidelines, medication adjustments, and arrival times. + Address patient questions and concerns, providing reassurance and clarity about the surgical process. + Coordinate with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure all necessary information is communicated. + Document all patient interactions and information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system. + Identify and escalate any potential issues or concerns to the appropriate medical staff. + Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations. **Qualifications:** + Registered Nurse + Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a surgical or pre-operative setting. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. + Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems. + Knowledge of surgical procedures and pre-operative care. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). + Experience in patient education and telephone triage. + Bilingual skills (if applicable). **Working Conditions:** + This position primarily involves phone-based work. + This position may include hands-on nursing care as needed. **Equal Employment Opportunity** UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation