Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Centers For Pain Control, Valparaiso, IN, United States
The Part-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides pain medication (anesthesia) care for patients before, during, and after surgery. The CRNA administers medications to keep patients asleep or pain-free during surgery and constantly monitor every biological function of the patient's body.
*ACCOUNTABILITIES AND JOB ACTIVITIES:*
* Provide pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation
* Ensure patient identification and obtain appropriate health history
* Recommend, request, and evaluate pertinent diagnostic studies
* Document pre-anesthetic evaluation
* Obtain informed consent for anesthesia
* Select and/or administer pre-anesthetic medication
* Prepare and administer anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care
* Inform anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patients condition
* Provide anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care
* Insert invasive line catheter/devices
* Perform tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management
* Provide mechanical ventilation
* Perform and manage regional anesthetic
* Manage patients fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance
* Provide perianesthetic non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and technique
* Respond to abnormal findings with corrective action
* Recognize and treat cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring
* Evaluate patient response during emergence from anesthesia
* Institute pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs
* Provide post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patients response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication
* Identify and manage emergency situations
* Initiate or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Perform or order equipment safety checks as needed
* Clean and sterilize equipment and notifies supervisors of needed equipment adjustments/repairs
* May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities
*Develop and maintain personal and professional skills*
* Attend all mandatory staff meetings per year unless excused as evidenced by documentation
* Attend mandatory in-services and a minimum of two pertinent in-services per year as documented
* Actively participate in performance improvement activities as observed or documented
* Establish realistic professional goals as evidenced by the annual performance evaluation
* Actively keep abreast of departmental and organizational activities
* Demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected change in workload or situations as observed
* Serves on committees and/or participates in changes of policy and procedures that affect the operation of services as documented
* Assist in the orientation of new personnel as directed
* Support the mission and goals of the company as observed
* Address all emails within 24 hours as documented
* Perform other duties as required
*Demonstrate safe and cost-effective practice*
* Consistently adhere to OSHA bloodborne pathogen guidelines; applies universal precautions per company standards as observed
* Consistently utilize proper body mechanics as observed
* Accurately complete incident reports within the shift of occurrence and immediately communicates critical incidents to the appropriate person per the organizational chart
* Consistently allocate resources to reduce waste and minimize costs as observed
* Consistently complete assigned duties within stated shifts in a timely manner as observed and documented
*BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS*
*Strive for excellence*
* Set challenging goals
* Produce quality work in a timely fashion
* Find better/more efficient ways to do things
* Maintain current knowledge and skill
* Participate in quality and process improvement efforts
* Keep work area clean, safe and secure
*Act Flexibly*
* Adapt to change
* See the value of different opinions and new ideas
* Change plans and objectives given new direction or priorities
* Handle stressful situations effectively
*Meet Customer Needs*
* Meet internal and external customers needs
* Find new ways of satisfying customers
* Participate in service improvements efforts
* Listen and respond to customers
* Treat customers with compassion and respect
*Work as a Team*
* Work as a team player
* Pitch in to help those in need
* Communicate with others appropriately
* Listen and respond to others
* Handle conflict situations effectively
* Foster trust and respect within the team
* Participate in committees/task forces
*Foster Diversity in the Workforce*
* Treat all associates and customers with respect, integrity and dignity regardless of background, race, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or disability
* Treat all associates and customers fairly
*Being Self-directed*
* Take initiative and responsibility for actions
* Identify own learning needs and creating/implementing Learning Plans
* Perform duties according to policies and procedures
* Demonstrate ethical behaviors
* Maintain confidentiality of information
* Maintain licenses and certifications as appropriate
* Fulfill operating unit/clinical competencies
* Use equipment/resources responsibly
*Respond with Age Appropriate Clinical Care (Clinical Jobs Only)*
* Respond appropriately to the age appropriate psychological and physical needs of patients
* Understand growth and development needs of the age group with which the associate interacts
* Integrate family/support system into patient care, as appropriate
*You must refer to management for approval or final disposition on the following:*
* Change in procedure
* Difficult patient situations
* Any situation you are unsure of
*Job Scope and Work Environment*
*This position is subject to:*
* Confidential information
* High stress environment due to turnaround requirements
* Daily hours are subject to change based on scheduling needs
*OB REQUIREMENTS:*
*COMPETENT LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS*
*MINIMUM LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS*
*SKILLS*
*(Typing and special machinery)*
-Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record
-Good typing skills
-Good internet navigation skills
-Knowledge of instrumentation used in office (fax, scan, copy)
-Basic computer skills
-Knowledge of the internet
-Knowledge of multi-line phone system
-Knowledge of medical terminology with a strong focus on the spine and skeletal system
*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Degrees, years in profession)*
-
Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program
-Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred
-Valid state RN License (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
-Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)
-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
-National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire
-Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
-Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or
-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
*Special Job Characteristics*
-Detail oriented
-Skilled in mathematics
-Analytical thinking
-Strong communication skills
-Ability to detect errors
-Long hours
-Fast paced work environment with established time constraints
-Must be able to work overtime when required
-Must be able to multitask while maintaining accuracy -Must work well with others
*OTHER REQUIREMENTS*:
* Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
* Must be able to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful or emergency situations.
* Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone and in writing
* Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance
* This position must be willing to do any additional tasks as assigned by management
Experience:
* ASC: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* RN License (Required)
* ACLS Certification (Preferred)
* BLS Certification (Required)
* CRNA Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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*ACCOUNTABILITIES AND JOB ACTIVITIES:*
* Provide pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation
* Ensure patient identification and obtain appropriate health history
* Recommend, request, and evaluate pertinent diagnostic studies
* Document pre-anesthetic evaluation
* Obtain informed consent for anesthesia
* Select and/or administer pre-anesthetic medication
* Prepare and administer anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care
* Inform anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patients condition
* Provide anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care
* Insert invasive line catheter/devices
* Perform tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management
* Provide mechanical ventilation
* Perform and manage regional anesthetic
* Manage patients fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance
* Provide perianesthetic non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and technique
* Respond to abnormal findings with corrective action
* Recognize and treat cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring
* Evaluate patient response during emergence from anesthesia
* Institute pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs
* Provide post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patients response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication
* Identify and manage emergency situations
* Initiate or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Perform or order equipment safety checks as needed
* Clean and sterilize equipment and notifies supervisors of needed equipment adjustments/repairs
* May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities
*Develop and maintain personal and professional skills*
* Attend all mandatory staff meetings per year unless excused as evidenced by documentation
* Attend mandatory in-services and a minimum of two pertinent in-services per year as documented
* Actively participate in performance improvement activities as observed or documented
* Establish realistic professional goals as evidenced by the annual performance evaluation
* Actively keep abreast of departmental and organizational activities
* Demonstrate flexibility in response to unexpected change in workload or situations as observed
* Serves on committees and/or participates in changes of policy and procedures that affect the operation of services as documented
* Assist in the orientation of new personnel as directed
* Support the mission and goals of the company as observed
* Address all emails within 24 hours as documented
* Perform other duties as required
*Demonstrate safe and cost-effective practice*
* Consistently adhere to OSHA bloodborne pathogen guidelines; applies universal precautions per company standards as observed
* Consistently utilize proper body mechanics as observed
* Accurately complete incident reports within the shift of occurrence and immediately communicates critical incidents to the appropriate person per the organizational chart
* Consistently allocate resources to reduce waste and minimize costs as observed
* Consistently complete assigned duties within stated shifts in a timely manner as observed and documented
*BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS*
*Strive for excellence*
* Set challenging goals
* Produce quality work in a timely fashion
* Find better/more efficient ways to do things
* Maintain current knowledge and skill
* Participate in quality and process improvement efforts
* Keep work area clean, safe and secure
*Act Flexibly*
* Adapt to change
* See the value of different opinions and new ideas
* Change plans and objectives given new direction or priorities
* Handle stressful situations effectively
*Meet Customer Needs*
* Meet internal and external customers needs
* Find new ways of satisfying customers
* Participate in service improvements efforts
* Listen and respond to customers
* Treat customers with compassion and respect
*Work as a Team*
* Work as a team player
* Pitch in to help those in need
* Communicate with others appropriately
* Listen and respond to others
* Handle conflict situations effectively
* Foster trust and respect within the team
* Participate in committees/task forces
*Foster Diversity in the Workforce*
* Treat all associates and customers with respect, integrity and dignity regardless of background, race, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or disability
* Treat all associates and customers fairly
*Being Self-directed*
* Take initiative and responsibility for actions
* Identify own learning needs and creating/implementing Learning Plans
* Perform duties according to policies and procedures
* Demonstrate ethical behaviors
* Maintain confidentiality of information
* Maintain licenses and certifications as appropriate
* Fulfill operating unit/clinical competencies
* Use equipment/resources responsibly
*Respond with Age Appropriate Clinical Care (Clinical Jobs Only)*
* Respond appropriately to the age appropriate psychological and physical needs of patients
* Understand growth and development needs of the age group with which the associate interacts
* Integrate family/support system into patient care, as appropriate
*You must refer to management for approval or final disposition on the following:*
* Change in procedure
* Difficult patient situations
* Any situation you are unsure of
*Job Scope and Work Environment*
*This position is subject to:*
* Confidential information
* High stress environment due to turnaround requirements
* Daily hours are subject to change based on scheduling needs
*OB REQUIREMENTS:*
*COMPETENT LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS*
*MINIMUM LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS*
*SKILLS*
*(Typing and special machinery)*
-Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record
-Good typing skills
-Good internet navigation skills
-Knowledge of instrumentation used in office (fax, scan, copy)
-Basic computer skills
-Knowledge of the internet
-Knowledge of multi-line phone system
-Knowledge of medical terminology with a strong focus on the spine and skeletal system
*EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Degrees, years in profession)*
-
Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program
-Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred
-Valid state RN License (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
-Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)
-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
-National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire
-Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
-Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or
-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
*Special Job Characteristics*
-Detail oriented
-Skilled in mathematics
-Analytical thinking
-Strong communication skills
-Ability to detect errors
-Long hours
-Fast paced work environment with established time constraints
-Must be able to work overtime when required
-Must be able to multitask while maintaining accuracy -Must work well with others
*OTHER REQUIREMENTS*:
* Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
* Must be able to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful or emergency situations.
* Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone and in writing
* Requires adherence to all policies and procedures, including standards for safety, attendance, punctuality and personal appearance
* This position must be willing to do any additional tasks as assigned by management
Experience:
* ASC: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* RN License (Required)
* ACLS Certification (Preferred)
* BLS Certification (Required)
* CRNA Certification (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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