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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Job Summary and Qualifications Provides education, planning and support regarding ...

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PAT Nurse Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is ...

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PAT Nurse in Mesquite, TX

Mesquite, TX · On-site

$33.75 - $46.25/hr

PAT Nurse Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is ...

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How much do pat nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for pat nurse in the United States is $38.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Can a nurse make $50 an hour?

Registered nurses, including those in specialized roles like nurse practitioners, can earn $50 or more per hour depending on experience, location, and work setting. Salaries vary widely, with some regions and advanced positions offering higher pay, especially for overtime, night shifts, or specialized skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pat Nurse position, and why are they important?

To excel as a PAT Nurse (Pre-Admission Testing Nurse), you need a solid background in nursing assessments, preoperative evaluation, and detailed medical history review, typically requiring RN licensure and experience in perioperative or ambulatory care. Familiarity with electronic health record systems and pre-admission screening protocols is crucial, and additional certifications like ACLS are often preferred. Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills help PAT Nurses effectively coordinate with patients, surgeons, and anesthesia teams. These competencies ensure accurate risk assessment and efficient patient flow, minimizing surgical delays and enhancing patient safety.

How to make $300,000 as a nurse?

To earn $300,000 as a nurse, professionals often pursue advanced roles such as nurse anesthetist, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist, which require additional certifications and education. Working in high-demand specialties, gaining extensive experience, and taking on overtime or travel assignments can also increase earnings significantly.

How to become a PAT nurse?

To become a PAT nurse, you need to earn a nursing degree such as an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), pass the NCLEX-RN exam to obtain licensure, and gain experience in pediatric or neonatal care. Certification in pediatric advanced life support (PALS) is often preferred or required for working in pediatric acute care settings.

What does a PAT nurse do?

A PAT nurse, or Pre-Admission Testing nurse, prepares patients for surgery or procedures by conducting assessments, reviewing medical histories, and performing necessary tests such as blood work or EKGs. They ensure patients are ready and informed, coordinate with healthcare teams, and often work in outpatient or hospital settings, requiring strong clinical skills and attention to detail.

What are some common daily responsibilities for a PAT Nurse?

As a PAT Nurse, your daily responsibilities typically involve assessing patients scheduled for surgery to identify any health risks or requirements for further evaluation. You will review medical histories, perform physical assessments, coordinate laboratory or diagnostic tests, and clarify medication instructions with patients and their families. Additionally, PAT Nurses communicate key information to operating room and anesthesia teams to ensure all pre-surgical requirements are met. The role is highly collaborative and requires attention to detail to keep the pre-surgical process running smoothly, supporting the best outcomes for patients.

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Infographic showing various Pat Nurse job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 60% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 19% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,321 per year, or $38.6 per hour.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

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Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) PAT Nurse with Medical City Dallas you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Provides education, planning and support regarding patient specific plan of care. This person serves as a first point of contact for care at the Heart and Spine hospital which includes but is not limited to education regarding their care and/or procedural services plan. Follows through on patients’ needs through coordination of services during PAT.

  •  Perform direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act, with emphasis on the in-patient and out-patient Day Surgery service line. 
  • Perform pre-op patient calls to drive patient education and overall satisfaction 
  • Complete patient pre-operative testing, 
  • Point of Care Testing and lab draws as needed for preoperative testing 
  • Use therapeutic communication in daily practice 
  • Maintain a safe and therapeutic Pre-Operative environment 
  • Implement and direct care, using the nursing process with emphasis on the needs of individual Day Surgery patients 
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of the nursing process 
  • Provide emotional support of the patient and significant others to make informed choices regarding healthcare 
  • Delegate tasks to the appropriate caregiver 
  • Participate in Day Surgery specific initiatives and process improvement 
  • Provide training of PAT nurse responsibilities and processes to new employees, such as patient care assistants, vocational nurses, nurse technicians, RN Residents and/or nurse externs 
  • Maintain high quality (age specific) care for patients, as assigned 
  • Support the mission, vision and values of the organization 
  • Other duties as assigned 
What qualifications you will need:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing
  •  If hired after 6/1/12, BSN required within 24 months of hire into RN position 
  • Adult Acute care experience at least one-year procedural or care navigation experience preferred 
  • Current RN license in the State of Texas or compact license 
  • Current AHA or ARC BLS provider 
  • Current AHA or ARC ACLS required within one year of hire or transfer 
Benefits

Medical City Dallas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Medical City Dallas is recognized for its advanced medical facilities and commitment to excellence in patient care. We are an 895+ bed tertiary care center. Our medical team consists of more than 1,500 physicians, many are recognized as the world's best in their specialties. Patients travel to Medical City Dallas from all over the United States and from other countries. We offer sophisticated treatment by our 400+ in-house physician specialists. Medical City Dallas has a full-service adult hospital and pediatric hospital. We have separate adult and pediatric emergency rooms, outpatient clinics and diagnostic centers. Our providers have access to state-of-the-art technology and are pioneering new medical procedures to accommodate patient needs. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our PAT Nurse opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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