CRNA

Provides all elements of pre-anesthesia, anesthesia and post-anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care consistent with anesthesia plan and in collaboration with the surgeon/anesthesiologist/surgical team. Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.

Responsibilities

Provides all elements of pre-anesthesia, anesthesia and post-anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care consistent with anesthesia plan and in collaboration with the surgeon/anesthesiologist/surgical team; Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives; Participates in preoperative evaluation including assessment, exam, obtaining informed consent, ordering/administering pre-medications, requesting and/or review of preoperative studies; Ensures readiness and availability of equipment, supplies and medications to perform the planned anesthetic; Delivers anesthesia care including induction, maintenance, support of life functions, and emergence from anesthesia; Selects, obtains, and administers the necessary anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids, and temperature regulating devices to manage the anesthetic, assesses response, and intervenes as needed; Performs post-anesthesia duties including remaining with the patient and facilitating safe transfer of care to other qualified individuals, administering post-operative epidural pain relief and other post-operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon, and making post-anesthetic visits regarding anesthesia related complications; Manages emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing advanced airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques; Maintains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record; Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices; Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities; Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals; Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics; May act as a clinical and/or didactic instructor for student nurse anesthesia students; Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization

Requirements

Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice; Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA); Active DEA registration prior to hire; Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire; Master’s Degree in Nursing; No experience required; Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision-making skills; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team; Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record; Excellent communication skills; Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively; Must have functional vision and hearing; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist; Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. over the head; Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance