Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Registered Nurse - Pre Admission Testing

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 14

Full-timeMt Pleasant, SC, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Hold a current Registered Nurse license in South Carolina.
Demonstrate strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
Be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrate attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct preoperative phone assessments for patients scheduled for surgery.
Review medical histories and identify patients requiring additional evaluation or testing.
Perform preoperative testing, including lab draws and electrocardiograms.
Educate patients on surgical preparation, medications, and preoperative instructions.
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative teams to ensure patients are ready for surgery.
Coordinate care to support safe, efficient surgical procedures and positive patient outcomes.

Desired Qualifications

Hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
Have two or more years of nursing experience.
Have previous experience in Pre-Admission Testing, Surgical Services, Perioperative Nursing, Ambulatory Care, or Medical-Surgical Nursing.
Have experience with patient education and preoperative screening.

What We Offer

East Cooper Medical Center is a nationally recognized healthcare leader in South Carolina, providing compassionate, personalized care supported by advanced technology and clinical expertise. With a strong commitment to quality, safety, and patient outcomes, we serve communities across the Lowcountry and beyond.

Nationally recognized for quality, safety, and compassionate care
Focused on patient outcomes, recovery, and quality of life
Collaborative caregiver team dedicated to personalized care
Advanced technology and clinical expertise in a growing hospital setting
Mission-driven culture built on compassion, teamwork, and excellence

Location Details

Facility: East Cooper Medical Center
Location: Mount Pleasant, SC
Department: Pre-Admission Testing (PAT)
Position Type: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
No nights, weekends, or holidays

What You'll Do

- Conduct preoperative phone assessments for patients scheduled for surgery
- Review medical histories and identify patients requiring additional evaluation or testing
- Perform preoperative testing, including lab draws and EKGs
- Educate patients on surgical preparation, medications, and preoperative instructions
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative teams to ensure patients are ready for surgery
- Coordinate care to support safe, efficient surgical procedures and positive patient outcomes

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current RN license in South Carolina
Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Two or more years of nursing experience
- Previous experience in Pre-Admission Testing, Surgical Services, Perioperative Nursing, Ambulatory Care, or Medical-Surgical Nursing
- Experience with patient education and preoperative screening

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

199322

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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