Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

About This Role

This role involves administering general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care for various procedures within a Medically Supervised Anesthesia Care Team model. It suits a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist who is committed to high-quality patient care and is eager to contribute to the training of future medical professionals.

Responsibilities

• Administer general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care for surgical, obstetric, and diagnostic procedures, in a Medically Supervised Anesthesia Care Team model
• Perform pre-anesthesia assessments, develop anesthesia care plans, and obtain informed consent when appropriate, in concert with the supervising Anesthesiologist
• Monitor patient status and manage physiological responses during anesthesia administration
• Provide post-anesthesia care and manage pain control in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Respond to anesthesia-related emergencies and perform advanced airway and resuscitation management as needed
• Maintain regular communication with the supervising anesthesiologist, as indicated by changing patient condition or occurrence of unexpected events
• Arrive to the assigned anesthetizing location on time, well-rested, and ready to engage in the provision of optimal anesthesia care
• Serve as a clinical instructor and role model for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs)
• Demonstrate and teach evidence-based anesthesia practices and techniques
• Provide clinical mentorship and oversight of SRNA progression, providing written and verbal feedback on SRNA progression and clinical performance
• Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nursing staff, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated and safe patient care
• Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental protocols, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement projects
• Engage in interdisciplinary rounds and case discussions, as appropriate
• Adhere to institutional policies, state and federal regulations, and professional practice standards
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of patient care in the medical record
• Participate in continuing education, certification renewal, and hospital-mandated training programs

Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with active NBCRNA certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing/affiliated discipline from an accredited university
• Clinical experience as a CRNA preferred
• Experience in a teaching environment or high-acuity setting is advantageous

Benefits

• Health benefits