Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Arrowhead Orthopaedics is responsible for preparing and administering general anesthetics and pain medication, adjusting as needed before, during, and after surgery and other procedures.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Maintains patient records.

Works closely with surgical specialists.

Performs venous and arterial punctures and may place spinals and A-lines.

Perform pre-anesthesia patient evaluation.

Provides post-anesthesia care and evaluation.

Provides and monitors mechanical ventilation.

Communicate with patients, their families and caregivers.

Reacts appropriately to adverse reactions and complications.

Monitors patient fluid, blood, and electrolyte balance, and other vital signs and critical functions during procedures.

Performs tracheal intubation, airway management, and extubation.

Monitors patients following procedures to determine when they can be safely moved from one stage of recovery to the next.

Takes detailed medical history to determine possible allergic or negative reactions to medication.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

Frequently standing, walking, lifting, and bending in a clinical and surgical environment.

Ability to lift, position, or assist patients up to 50 lbs.

Manual dexterity for procedures, suture, and equipment handling.

Visual acuity for reviewing imaging, charts, and surgical work.

Work Environment

Clinical offices, procedure rooms, and operating rooms.

Exposure to bodily fluids, radiologic equipment, and standard medical hazards.

Fast-paced environment requires flexibility and adaptability.

Occasional travel to multiple clinic locations within the medical group.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia (DNP or DNAP) from an Accreditation (COA) accredited program.

Current Nurse Practitioner licensure and certification in a relevant specialty (e.g., Pain Management, Family, or Adult).

Previous experience in pain management, palliative care, or a related field preferred.

Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to develop comprehensive treatment plans.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Experience:

Minimum 1-2 years of full-time clinical experience in acute care or intensive care unit.

Current RN License in State of California.

Passing Score on the National Certification Examination (NCE).

BLS, SCLS, and PALS Certification.

Position is required to travel to other AO locations.