CRNA / Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to provide comprehensive anesthesia care to patients in a dynamic and fast-paced hospital setting. The ideal candidate will deliver anesthesia services for a diverse range of surgical procedures, managing patients from pediatrics to geriatrics, including those with high-acuity conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Anesthesia Administration: Deliver general, regional, and local anesthesia across various specialties, including orthopedics, OB/GYN, urology, general surgery, neurosurgery, cardiothoracic, and vascular surgery.
• Preoperative and Intraoperative Care: Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, develop individualized anesthesia care plans, and ensure continuous patient monitoring throughout surgical procedures.
• Postoperative Care: Manage the emergence from anesthesia, conduct post-operative evaluations, and participate in patient recovery and documentation.
• Emergency and Airway Management: Perform airway management, including intubation, respond to emergency codes, and handle anesthesia for trauma and emergency situations hospital-wide.
• Collaborative Practice: Work in close collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and the operating room team to enhance patient care and optimize surgical outcomes.
• Equipment and Safety: Maintain proficiency with anesthesia equipment and adhere to safety and quality standards as set by professional guidelines.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice
• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program (MSN/DNP)
• Certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) preferred
• Proven ability to manage high-acuity and emergency cases effectively

Work Environment and Schedule

• Full-time position within a hospital setting
• Primarily operating room-based with a rotating call schedule
• Exposure to a mix of elective, trauma, and emergency surgical cases
• Part of a Level II trauma center with a high volume of diverse cases