CRNA, per diem

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

How you move is why we're here. Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status: Per Diem Part time

Work Shift: Compensation Range: The base pay scale for this position is $200.00 - $200.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

Job Qualifications

Education: Required

Masters in Nursing

BSN

Certification: Required

Current Registered Nursing license

NBCRNA certification

Graduation from a program of nurse anesthesia education accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

Current American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) CRNA certificate

AHA ACLS and AHA BLS certification

Certification: Preferred

Experience: Required

New CRNA grads accepted. 1-2 years CRNA experience preferred.

Skills: Required

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong customer service orientation.

Demonstrate competency in all areas of practice

Physical Working Conditions

Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and Physical Therapists

Environmental Working Conditions

Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians

Hazards

OSHA Category 1

Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials

Behavioral & Leadership Competencies:

Performance Mindset: Demonstrates critical thinking to identify challenges impacting work and recommends solutions. Takes measurable action to change, learn, and grow.

Communication: Communicates in a clear and organized manner that achieves desired results. Speaks and writes professionally and respectfully. Listens actively and empathetically.

Collaboration: Understands how one's work connects and intersects with other team member's work and HSS' goals. Actively works with others and engages in dialogue when differences exist. Is open to receiving feedback.

Empowerment: Shares ideas and points of view. Volunteers to take on stretch assignments and/or additional responsibilities identified by and/or with manager.

Engagement: Cares about the mission of HSS. Is an active participant in meetings and interactions with colleagues and/or patients. Demonstrates a desire to learn and grow. Understands how behavior and attitude impact the broader team and acts in a way that supports the culture and team's engagement.

Adherence to HSS Policies: Respects and holds self and/or others accountable to following HSS Policies and Code of Conduct. (Examples: Time and Attendance, Professionalism, Safety, Privacy, and a commitment to providing or supporting service excellence to patients.)

Position & Unit Accountabilities

• Using proper techniques, works with attending anesthesiologist to administer anesthetics. Performs anesthetist duties under supervision, as outlined and planned by the attending anesthesiologist. Monitors patients on an on-going basis, evaluates outcomes and adjusts care to ensure optimum coordination of care.
• Participates with attending anesthesiologist in pre-operative assessment, formulation and implementation of the anesthetic plan, initiation of the post-operative pain regimen, and administration of controlled substances according to all applicable HSS policies and procedures.
• Transfers patients from the operating room to the post anesthesia care unit with appropriate monitoring and interventions. Transfers care appropriately to the PACU team, including appropriate sign out. Starts PCA pumps when indicated.
• Promotes a professional atmosphere through courteous communication, cooperation, and respect for patients, families, visitors and members of the health care team. Fosters open communication and assists physician in maintaining timely and open communication with nursing, ancillary services and other disciplines as required.
• Observes and respects the privacy and confidentiality of information in accordance with HIPAA policies and procedures. Adheres to Hospital policy regarding Corporate Compliance; Code of Conduct and Standards of Care. Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Accurately documents presence in operating room and plan of anesthetic care to maintain accurate patient records. Maintains appropriate level of competency in using electronic medical record and other required systems.
• Demonstrates the proper use, storage, and disposal of controlled substances as per department, hospital and state regulations.

Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.