Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (H) - Per Diem - UTower

The University of Miami UHealth Department of Anesthesia UTower has an exciting opportunity for a per diem Certified Nurse Anesthetist in Miami. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS Preforms pre and post anesthesia patient visits and documents anesthesia notes on patient records. Reviews medical history, evaluating patients and determining proper methods of anesthesia. Performs or evaluates diagnostic tests, such as radiographs (x-rays) and electrocardiograms (EKG’s). Measures and monitors the level and speed at which anesthesia is administered. Monitors patient vital signs to ensure safety, to include skin color, pupil dilation, pulse, heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, ventilation or urine output. Informs physician of patient’s condition during anesthesia. Manages patients’ airway or pulmonary status using techniques, such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy, and extubation. Oversees patient recovery from anesthesia and cares for patient’s immediate post-operative needs. Prepares prescribed solutions and administers local, intravenous, spinal or other anesthetics following specified methods and procedures. Responds to emergency situations by providing airway management, administering fluids or drugs, and using basic or advanced life support techniques. Develops anesthesia care plans. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Education: Master's degree in relevant field required. Certification and Licensing: Valid State of Florida APRN license required. Certification as a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) BLS, ACL, PALS from American Heart Association. Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary-Intermittent The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Miami