CRNA - PRN

OSS Health Anesthesiologist PositionAt OSS Health, our mission is to continually strive to be the healthcare leader in quality, innovation and value. We make every effort to understand and exceed the expectations and needs of our patients. We are committed to providing an environment that is safe, respectful, and dignified at all times.Joining OSS Health means joining a culture of excellence and teamwork, with a strong focus on employee development and community support. OSS Health offers a great work environment, professional development opportunities, meaningful careers, and competitive compensation.Are you ready to provide a 5-star "OSSOME" experience? Apply today!JOB SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the anesthesiologist, provides perioperative anesthesia care in support of orthopaedic surgical procedures. Administers anesthetic; provides pre-operative evaluation and post-operative follow-up. Functions as a patient advocate and confidant, advisor and liaison between patients, families, nurses, and physicians.The Anesthesia Department at OSS Health strives to be leaders in the field; to provide excellence in patient care; to provide the most modern and up-to-date equipment and procedures to aid the surgeon in the care of the patient; and to provide the standards of care for the community.SCHEDULE:Day shift availabilityNo nights, weekends or major Holidays1 shift per month requiredESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs pre-anesthetic evaluations with appropriate documentation of findings / pertinent information regarding the choice of anesthesia.Reviews condition of the patient and their medical record immediately prior to induction, including pertinent lab data, time of administration, dosage of pre-anesthesia, and an appraisal of any changes in the condition of the patient.Interviews and examines patients preparing to undergo anesthesia to ensure he/she is an appropriate candidate for the planned anesthetic.Makes recommendations for anesthetic plans appropriate to the patient's condition and the procedure to be performed.Verifies function of equipment prior to the administration of anesthesia.Administers anesthesia to patients; ensures adequate ventilation and circulatory function of the patient during all anesthetics.Performs intra-operative monitoring, remaining continuously present to monitor the patient and provide anesthesia care.Performs appropriate, complete, and timely documentation of the anesthesia record, including post-operative orders.Accompanies patients to PACU, providing appropriate personnel a complete report of specific problems presented by the patient's condition, the anesthetic agent used, drugs given, reversal agents, and surgical procedures performed.Evaluates patients appropriate for discharge and signs discharge order.Participates in continual training and education opportunities as an integral part of maintaining the delivery of high-quality care.CRNAs are medically directed by anesthesiologists and works collaboratively with the patient care team.EDUCATION:Graduate of an accredited program of nurse anesthesia education.Masters Degree in Nursing.EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:Current license by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a registered professional nurse.Certified or recertified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).Must be ACLS and PALS certified.Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred, preferably in OrthopaedicsOffering Competitive Market Pay!This position is not eligible for benefits based on the amount of hours worked.