Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Anesthesiology - UHealth SoLé Mia

CRNA Location: UHealth SoLé Mia UHealth SoLé Mia has Per Diem opportunities for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA). All functions will be performed under medical direction or supervision of an Anesthesiologist using protocols developed by the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative Medicine and Pain Management. The physician will be available for consultation. Responsibilities are performed in compliance with the Department protocols, policies, and procedures. Pre-Anesthetic Preparation and Evaluation Obtaining an appropriate examination and healthy history including biophysical and psychosocial data. Conducting an appropriate health history screening assessment. Recommending or arranging evaluation pertinent diagnostic studies. Selecting, obtaining, ordering, or administering pre‑anesthetic medications. Documenting the pre‑anesthetic evaluation and obtaining informed consent for anesthesia. Anesthesia Induction, Maintenance and Emergency Obtain, prepare, or utilize all equipment, monitors, supplies and drugs used for the administration of anesthesia; perform or order safety checks as needed. Selecting, obtaining, or administering anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, and fluids necessary to manage the anesthetic and maintain patient homeostasis. Performing tracheal intubation and extubation; placing supraglottic airway providing mechanical ventilation. Managing regional anesthetic techniques including subarachnoid, epidural, caudal blocks, plexus, peripheral nerve blocks, intravenous regional anesthesia, and topical/local infiltration blocks. Competency is demonstrated annually by the Chief of Service; major and peripheral nerve block approval by the Chief of Regional Anesthesia. Providing perianesthetic invasive and non‑invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques and responding to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizing and treating cardiac dysrhythmias through perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Recognizing abnormal patient response during anesthesia, selecting and implementing corrective action and requesting consultation as necessary. Managing the patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte, and acid‑base balance. Responding to emergency from anesthesia with pharmacological or supportive treatment to ensure adequate recovery. Providing anesthesia care consistent with infection control and anesthetic safety principles to prevent disease spread and harm. Documenting all aspects of anesthesia‑related care in the medical record thoroughly and timely. Post-Anesthesia Care Providing a thorough report of the patient’s psychological and physical condition, perianesthetic course and anticipated problems to the post‑anesthetic nurse and physician taking over care. Providing post‑anesthesia follow‑up and evaluation of the patient’s response, taking appropriate corrective action and requesting consultation when indicated. Initiating and administering respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation immediately post anesthesia. Initiating and administering pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system during the immediate post anesthesia period as necessary to maintain appropriate physiologic parameters. Perianesthetic And Clinical Support Function Inserting central intravenous catheters or pulmonary artery catheters requires special competency demonstrated annually. Inserting peripheral venous catheters. Inserting arterial catheters and performing arterial puncture to obtain arterial blood samples. Identifying and managing emergency situations, including participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation involving airway maintenance, ventilation, tracheal intubation, pharmacologic cardiovascular support, and management of blood, fluid, electrolyte and acid‑base balance. Providing consultation and implementation of respiratory and ventilator care. Initiating and modifying pain relief therapy utilizing drugs, regional anesthetic techniques or other accepted modalities as directed by attending anesthesiologist. Selecting or prescribing medication and treatment modalities related to perianesthetic care with consultation or collaboration when appropriate. Accepting additional responsibilities appropriate to the practice setting within the expertise of the individual CRNA. Performing any other procedures the CRNA has been educated to perform. Minimum Qualifications (Essential Requirements) A Master’s Degree and graduation from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia Program (CRNA) with a current/valid State of Florida CRNA License and NBCRNA certification are required. Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, HIV, Domestic Violence, and Preventing Medical Errors continuing education certifications are also required. UHealth provides competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on categories protected by federal law. Job Status: Part time Employee Type: Temporary‑Intermittent Pay Grade: H21 #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co