Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA

Azura Vascular Care is a national leader in vascular specialty services, and a division of Fresenius Medical Care, the world’s largest dialysis provider. We treat a range of vascular disorders using minimally invasive techniques in state-of-the-art outpatient centers to achieve optimal patient outcomes while delivering the best experience possible. A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who practices both autonomously and in collaboration with a variety of health providers on the interprofessional team to deliver high-quality, holistic, evidence-based anesthesia and pain care services.

Responsibilities

Perform and document the pre anesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient; Review, request, and order laboratory/diagnostic studies; Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services; Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment; Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan; Perform all aspects of airway management, including fiberoptic intubation; Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia; Implement acute and chronic pain management modalities; Manage emergency situations; Insert and manage peripheral, arterial, pulmonary catheter, or central venous lines and catheters; Provide patient and caregiver education; Support patient safety and report adverse events; Participate in center quality meetings, medical executive meetings and other management meetings upon request from the Medical Director

Requirements

Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor; Current Appropriate State Licensure and complies with any applicable state statutory and regulatory requirements concerning CRNAs; BLS and ACLS certification; Currently certified or recertified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists; Insurable by an appropriate medical malpractice insurer for the limits required by this institution or state; 8 – 12 years’ related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience; Ability to perform clinically as a nurse anesthetist in the facility setting on a regular basis; Ability to operate, use, and interpret data from a wide variety of equipment to perform anesthesia care as well as necessary perioperative or operating room care; Effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served; Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; Knowledge of infection prevention and control techniques; Ability to maintain confidential records; Ability to implement and adhere to facility policies and procedures

Nice to have

Prior dialysis nursing experience is helpful; 5 years CRNA experience preferred; Background in ICU, PCU and/or surgery

Benefits

Healthcare; Continuing Education; Paid Time Off; Collaborative Environment; Additional Perks; 401(k) Retirement Saving