Clinical Nurse III - Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT)

City of Hope Orange County is transforming cancer treatment by bringing world-class expertise and specialized care closer to home. Supported by a regional network of care, our 11-acre academic cancer campus in Irvine is home to City of Hope Orange County Lennar Foundation Cancer Center, our outpatient cancer center, and Orange County’s only cancer specialty hospital, opening in late 2025.

With the opening of the hospital, the full continuum of advanced cancer care—from prevention through survivorship—will be available in Orange County for the first time, eliminating the need to travel for lifesaving treatment. Seamlessly connected to our outpatient cancer center, the new clinical research hospital will feature 73 inpatient beds, advanced surgical suites, groundbreaking clinical trials, and holistic services such as rehabilitative therapy and spiritual care. This isn’t standard cancer care. This is lifesaving cancer care. This is Hope.

Position Summary

The Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) Nurse is responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing anesthesia for cancer-related surgeries. The nurse will work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to assess and prepare patients for anesthesia and surgery. This role includes patient education, preoperative assessment, risk evaluation, and coordination of necessary diagnostic tests. The nurse ensures that patients are medically optimized before anesthesia and surgery to promote a safe perioperative experience. This opportunity is for part-time, 10-hour shifts (2 shifts per week), and designated for the day shift.

Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus Available!

As a successful candidate, you will\:

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessment, including obtaining patient medical history, current medications, allergies, and surgical risk factors.
• Review patient charts in MyChart, physician notes, and test results to ensure all pre-admission requirements are met.
• Identify potential health issues that may impact the patient’s surgical experience and communicate these to the appropriate healthcare provider.
• Coordinate and schedule necessary pre-operative testing such as lab work, EKG, X-rays, and other diagnostic tests.
• Ensure all test results are available and reviewed prior to the scheduled procedure.
• Works closely with anesthesiologist, nurse practitioner and other healthcare team members to provide a seamless care plan.
• Educate patients and their families on the surgical procedure, pre-operative preparation, post-operative care, and discharge instructions.
• Address any patient concerns, or questions regarding their upcoming procedure.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure all necessary information is conveyed clearly and effectively.
• Adhere to all infection control, safety, and quality standards established by City of Hope
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to the pre-admission testing process.