Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job Description

Job Description

St. Josephs Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our dynamic anesthesia team. The CRNA will be responsible for administering anesthesia, monitoring patients' vital signs, and overseeing patient recovery from anesthesia. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a high degree of autonomy, clinical expertise, and a commitment to providing the highest quality of care. Shifts vary 8, 10, and 12 hour .

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Anesthetic Assessment

• Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic evaluations, including patient history, physical examination, and review of diagnostic data.
• Develop and discuss anesthesia care plans with the anesthesia team and patients.

Anesthesia Administration:

• Administer a variety of anesthetics, including general, regional, and local anesthesia, in accordance with established protocols.
• Monitor patients during surgery and other medical procedures, adjusting anesthetic levels as necessary.
• Manage and monitor patients' airways, ensuring proper ventilation and oxygenation.

Intraoperative Care:

• Continuously monitor patients vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.
• Respond promptly to changes in patient condition, initiating appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Post-Anesthetic Care:

• Provide post-anesthesia care, including pain management and monitoring of patients as they recover from anesthesia.
• Ensure patients' safe transition from the operating room to the post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) or other recovery settings.
• Provide education to patients and families on post-operative care and recovery.

Documentation:

• Accurately document all aspects of anesthesia care, including pre-anesthetic evaluation, anesthetic administration, intraoperative management, and post-anesthetic care.
• Maintain detailed records of anesthesia-related procedures, medications, and patient responses.

Compliance and Safety:

• Adhere to all federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines related to anesthesia practice.
• Participate in continuing education and professional development activities to stay current with best practices and emerging trends in anesthesia care.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of safety within the healthcare setting.

Qualifications:

Education: Masters or Doctoral degree in Nurse Anesthesia from an accredited program.

Certification: Current certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).

Licensure: Active RN and APRN licensure in the state of New York.

Required Experience: Experience in anesthesia care across a variety of surgical and procedural settings.

Skills:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in anesthesia equipment and monitoring systems.

Recruitment Package:

• 100 K Starting Bonus
• 15 K Retention Bonus
• Relocation Assistance available
• Excellent benefits; including health/vision/dental insurances
• Paid malpractice, including post-SPHP employment tail coverage
• CME time & $2,500 annual expense allowance
• Paid time away from the practice
• Retirement savings program with employer matching program
• Loan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Compensation:

$265,000- $ 285,000. The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. Please note the salary range is provided in accordance with state law and is subject to variation due to the factors notes above.