CRNA

Des Moines, where only the S's are silent!
The Community - Des Moines, IA
There is a reason Des Moines is the fastest-growing city in the Midwest. People like it there, and not only in a "great-place-to-raise-a-family" way, but in a "great-place-to-spend-a-weekend" way, too. To satisfy your hunger, they've got regional specialties ranging from burgers served up zombie-style to Steak De Burgo. And if you're thirsty, their two biggest taprooms combine for more than 340 beers on tap. To cure any type of boredom, their Downtown Farmers' Market is ranked #2 in the country, and there are hundreds upon hundreds of miles of biking trails across the city. Kids in tow? Well, there's an answer for that too. Adventureland Park, the Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo bring out the kid in everyone. Not to mention for us 'kids' who happen to be grown and want to cure our boredom with retail therapy, you can check out one of the Midwest's premier shopping malls, Jordan Creek Town Center, or take a stroll through the hip Historic East Village. After checking out Des Moines for yourself, the thought will go from "Des Moines, huh?" into "Des Moines, who knew??"

Take a closer look at what can be experienced in Des Moines here!

Airport Information: Des Moines International Airport
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) is a key transportation hub located approximately five miles southwest of downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Serving as a vital gateway for the region, DSM facilitates around 30 domestic flights daily, connecting passengers to major cities across the United States. The airport offers a range of amenities and services to ensure a comfortable travel experience, and its strategic location makes it a convenient option for both business and leisure travelers in and around Iowa's capital city.

For more information about the airport, check out their website here!

About the Facility - Des Moines VAMC
The medical center provides acute and specialized medical and surgical services, residential outpatient treatment programs in substance abuse and post-traumatic stress and a full range of mental health and long-term care services, as well as sub-acute and restorative rehabilitation services and a domiciliary. An active graduate medical education program exists at the VA Central Iowa Health Care System. Residents receive training in the areas of general internal medicine, general surgery, ophthalmology, orthopedic surgery, otolaryngology, urology, and geriatrics. Additionally, medical students from the University of Iowa and Des Moines University receive training at VA CIHCS. Academic affiliations include the University of Iowa College of Medicine, Des Moines area Medical Education Consortium, Inc., and Des Moines University with numerous internship programs in allied health professions.

Facility Address: 3600 30th Street, Des Moines, IA 50310

CRNA - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The CRNA is responsible for Pre-anesthetic evaluation.
• Obtain and/or verify patient consent.
• Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient, induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia.
• Shall prepare an appropriate health history, conduct an appropriate physical exam, request pertinent diagnostic studies, and select, obtain, order, and administer pre-anesthetic medications.
• Obtain informed consent for anesthesia, anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence.
• Shall perform preoperative and Intra-operative Care.
• Obtain, prepare, and use all equipment, monitors, supplies, and drugs used for the administration of anesthesia, performing, and ordering safety checks as needed.
• Select, obtain, or administer the anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids, and blood products necessary to manage the anesthetics.
• The CRNA performs all aspects of airway management, inserts peripheral venous catheters, and manages Bier Blocks.
• Provide appropriate non-invasive monitoring modalities utilizing current standards and techniques.
• Evaluate patient response during emergence from anesthesia and institute pharmacological or supportive treatment to ensure patient stability during transfer.
• Provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation of the patient's response to anesthesia and surgical experience.
• Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post-anesthesia period.
• The CRNA initiates and administers pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system during the post-anesthetics.

CRNA - REQUIREMENTS

• Shall have a Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree.
• Must be certified or recertified by the National Board of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
• Must have twelve months of anesthesia experience with twelve months in the specialty required.
• Shall be licensed as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and possess a current, valid, unrestricted license in a state, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico or a Territory of the United States.
• Possess BLS and ACLS certification through the AHA or ARC.

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