Plastic Surgery Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides safe, effective anesthesia care across all phases of the perioperative process, including pre-anesthetic evaluation, induction, maintenance, emergence, and post-anesthetic recovery. This role supports patient care, clinic safety, equipment readiness, documentation standards, and the clinical workflow of the surgical clinic. This is a PRN [as needed] position.

Responsibilities

Patient Care & Anesthesia Delivery

• Perform and document complete pre-anesthetic evaluations, including medication review, consents, and patient education.
• Provide safe anesthesia administration for in-office procedures ordered by the physician and per PSC policy, including induction, maintenance, monitoring, and emergence.
• Monitor and assess patients before, during, and after anesthesia, documenting medications and patient responses.
• Initiate emergency interventions as needed and assist staff with safe patient transfers.

Equipment, Supplies & Environment

• Ensure all anesthesia equipment is functional and properly prepared before procedures.
• Check all medications and supplies for expiration prior to use.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and stocking anesthesia-related supplies.
• Report equipment issues promptly.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, universal precautions, and all clinic policies.
• Maintain competency with anesthesia equipment, procedures, and required certifications.
• Attend required educational meetings, in-services, and competency validations.
• Comply with clinic dress code and documentation standards.

Documentation & Communication

• Accurately document all encounters, assessments, anesthesia events, and patient education.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, RNs, and clinic staff to ensure coordinated, efficient patient care.

Resource & Cost Awareness

• Record anesthesia supply needs after each case to support timely, cost-effective ordering and reduce rush shipments.

Characteristics

• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA and infection-control standards.
• Demonstrates strong customer service, professionalism, and patient-centered care.
• Able to work independently, assess patient condition accurately, and respond appropriately during anesthesia care.
• Skilled in monitoring techniques and interpreting clinical data.
• Physically able to stand/walk for long periods and assist with patient transfers.
• Performs well under pressure; organized, detail-oriented, and quality-focused.
• Communicates clearly in verbal and written form; collaborates effectively with physicians and staff.
• Possesses clinical knowledge and skills appropriate for all age groups served, consistent with NC state and AANA practice standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited RN school of nursing.
• Current and active North Carolina RN license.
• Current North Carolina Board of Nursing verification of Certification or Re-Certification as a Nurse Anesthetist.
• Demonstrated experience administering anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in the four major categories:
• Pre-Anesthetic Preparation and Evaluation
• Anesthetic Induction, Maintenance, and Emergency Care
• Post-Anesthetic Care
• Peri-Anesthetic and Clinical Support Functions (respiratory/ventilatory care, CPR, management of blood/fluid/electrolyte balance)
• Current BLS (Required)
• Current ACLS & PALS (Required)
• Strong computer proficiency and EMR documentation skills.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting : Occasionally
• Standing : Occasionally
• Walking : Occasionally
• Carrying/Lifting : Rarely (up to 35 pounds)
• Stooping/Kneeling : Occasionally
• Other : N/A