Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Casual)

CRNA PositionPosition DetailsSchedule: Casual, part time, Monday-Friday, 7am-4:30pm. No call, weekends or holidays.Location: On-site at MNGI Ambulatory Surgery Centers throughout the Twin Cities metro areaSalary Range: $159/hour. CRNAs are paid a guaranteed 9-hour day.BenefitsRetirement: 401(K) with Company MatchTime Off: ESSTKey ResponsibilitiesProvide safe, high-quality patient care for individuals receiving monitored anesthesia care in the Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs).Assess, prepare, and monitor patients before, during, and after procedures requiring monitored anesthesia care.Administer anesthesia services in accordance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and established protocols.Monitor patient responses during procedures and intervene appropriately to support patient safety and positive outcomes.Collaborate with Anesthesiologists, Proceduralists, nursing staff, and other healthcare team members to deliver coordinated patient care.Independently manage anesthesia care within the scope of CRNA practice and organizational guidelines.Support patient recovery and evaluate readiness for discharge following procedures.Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation related to anesthesia care and patient outcomes.Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical practice initiatives as assigned.Perform additional clinical and non-clinical duties and departmental responsibilities as needed.Clinical ResponsibilitiesPatient care is delivered in accordance with standards established by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) and the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).Responsibilities include:Pre-anesthesia assessment and patient risk stratification using evidence-based practicesOrdering and reviewing laboratory and diagnostic studies, as appropriatePre-anesthetic medication managementAdministration of anesthesia and adjunct medicationsLocal infiltration and topical anesthesia techniquesSedation techniquesAirway assessment and managementInvasive and non-invasive patient monitoringMechanical ventilation and oxygen therapyFluid, electrolyte, and acid-base managementPeripheral intravenous and arterial catheter placementAcute and chronic pain managementCardiopulmonary resuscitation managementPost-anesthesia recovery and discharge managementEssential FunctionsIn order to perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and regular attendance is required. The responsibilities listed below are representative of the primary essential functions required; additional duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceGraduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.Certifications/LicensesCurrent Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure.Current certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.Meets MNGI Digestive Health's credentialing, privileging, and professional liability insurance requirements.Demonstrates competency in nurse anesthesia clinical practice.Preferred QualificationsNew graduates and experienced CRNAs are encouraged to apply.Experience providing anesthesia care in ambulatory surgery, endoscopy, gastroenterology, or other procedural settings is preferred but not required.Successful candidates must satisfy MNGI's reference verification requirements.Qualification RequirementsThe qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesRequired KnowledgeGastrointestinal systemPrinciples for providing compassionate careInfection control practicesEmergency responseWord processingMicrosoft Outlook email exchangeRequired SkillsCompassionate patient careActive listeningProblem solve, prioritization, and critical thinkingAttention to detailOrganization and time managementStrong Assessment SkillsRequired AbilitiesManage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentWork independently and collaborativelyCommunicate effectively verbally and in writingExercise sound clinical judgmentMaintain professionalism and composure in urgent situationsPhysical RequirementsThe physical requirements described here are representative of the physical demands required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk, sit, reach over head and bend to the floor and frequently required to stand for long periods of time. The employee frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds. The employee will be required to apply pressure to abdomen while assisting with procedures. The employee is regularly required to use dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and perform venipuncture. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to maintain attention and safely perform clinical duties throughout scheduled procedures.Working EnvironmentThe working environment described here is representative of the setting which an employee may encounter on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this position, the employee works in a clinical environment and may be exposed to hazardous chemicals or conditions including exposure to blood or other body fluids. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training will be provided. The employee is exposed to a computer monitor daily. The employee may be required to travel by automobile and exposed to changing weather conditions while performing the duties of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee must be alert to conditions that may impact the safety of patients, employees, and visitors.MNGI's Culture of CaringWe are caring people, caring for people - working with Compassion, Teamwork, and IntegrityCompassion: being empathetic and considerate of the needs of our patients and caregiversTeamwork: Being accountable for actions, supporting each other in meeting the needs of our patients, and respecting the voice/opinions of others assuming good intent.Integrity: Demonstrating honesty, trustworthiness, and transparency whenever you interact with patients or each other.