Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist (GRNA), West Los Angeles (Full Time)

Job Summary Under the medical supervision of a physician anesthesiologist, administers general and regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical, and other procedures that require anesthesia services. This role serves patients across all age groups—neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric—while adhering to hospital and departmental standards of care. Responsibilities include airway management, maintenance of fluid balance and homeostasis, patient monitoring, response to airway emergencies and cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and management of patients on ventilators. Essential Responsibilities Administers anesthesia to patients of all age groups. Upholds Kaiser Permanente policies and procedures, principles of responsibilities, and applicable state, federal, and local laws. Complies with organizational rules, policies, and procedures (e.g., TJC, Title 22, regional and departmental requirements). Evaluates patients pre‑operatively by interviewing and examining them. Reviews charts for relevant information. Collaborates with MDs to select anesthetic based on pre‑operative examination. Demonstrates understanding of cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological maturation processes for each age group. Evaluates patient response to pre‑medication. Communicates with surgeons and physician anesthesiologists regarding patient concerns. Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating conditions. Prepares drugs for administration. Administers anesthesia within clinical privileges and any imposed conditions or restrictions. Monitors the patient intraoperatively. Evaluates operative and post‑operative conditions and takes necessary actions to maintain stability. Assesses patients postoperatively within 24 hours. Maintains accurate accounting of controlled substances per departmental guidelines. Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies. Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relationships with the public, patients, staff, and other personnel. May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as required. Works within an anesthesia team model, collaborating with MDAs, CRNAs, and anesthesia techs. Basic Qualifications Experience: N/A. Education: Graduate of a nurse anesthesia program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools by the date of hire. License, Certification, Registration: Registered Nurse License (California). Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (California) within 5 months of hire. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required at hire by the American Heart Association. Basic Life Support (BLS) required at hire by the American Heart Association. Additional Requirements New graduate with experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age groups. Must demonstrate technical, clinical, and professional skills, including all procedures within the scope of practice as defined by the California Department of Consumer Affairs. Required skills in charting, documentation, equipment knowledge, productivity, job and personal maturity, communication, education, and staff development. Preferred Qualifications Experience with general and regional anesthesia, deep sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, and use of all anesthesia-related equipment. Strong communication skills and ability to work as a team player. Variable shifts, hours, and schedule—including weekends. #J-18808-Ljbffr