Nurse Anesthetist Crna

Summary:
This position in collaboration with a physician develops an anesthesia care plan. Provides IV sedation and/or monitored anesthesia care and/or administers general, regional or local anesthesia for a variety of surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. Monitors patients accurately and performs Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), ventilation or life support measures during emergencies throughout the Medical Center. Managers the patients physiological condition while under anesthesia and initiates corrective actions as necessary or as directed by a physician. Assists with other departmental or professional duties as requested by the Manager of Anesthesiology.

Responsibilities:

(25%)* Perform pre-anesthetic evaluation and preparation.
(25%)* Prepares the OR Suite for all types of anesthesia.
(25%)* Administers, manages, and monitors anesthesia care during induction, maintenance, and emergence.
(25%)* Provide post-anesthesia care and evaluation.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Takes appropriate safety precautions to insure the safe administration of his/her anesthesia care.
Identifies opportunities for improving quality, including patient outcomes and operational efficiency within the Department.
Provide clinical support to other departments within the Medical Center.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Education:
Masters Degree

Other Information:
(25%)* Perform pre-anesthetic evaluation and preparation.
(25%)* Prepares the OR Suite for all types of anesthesia.
(25%)* Administers, manages, and monitors anesthesia care during induction, maintenance, and emergence.
(25%)* Provide post-anesthesia care and evaluation.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Takes appropriate safety precautions to insure the safe administration of his/her anesthesia care.
Identifies opportunities for improving quality, including patient outcomes and operational efficiency within the Department.
Provide clinical support to other departments within the Medical Center.
Other duties as assigned.