Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

DirectShifts; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join their team in Erie. This role involves administering anesthesia and monitoring patients throughout surgical procedures, requiring strong clinical skills and collaboration with healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will have a master's or doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia and necessary certifications.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a CRNA by the NBCRNA.
• Unrestricted RN and APRN licensure in the applicable state.
• ACLS, BLS, and possibly PALS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments and develop care plans.
• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during procedures.
• Provide post-anesthesia care and maintain documentation.

Skills

Patient Safety

Collaboration

Clinical Expertise

Education

Master's degree or Doctorate from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program

Job description

As a CRNA, you will be responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients before, during, and after surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and obstetrical procedures. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, attention to patient safety, and the ability to collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments, including patient history and physical evaluations
• Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans
• Administer general, regional, or monitored anesthesia care in accordance with patient needs and procedural requirements
• Monitor patients vital signs and anesthesia depth throughout procedures, adjusting as necessary
• Provide post-anesthesia care, assessing recovery and addressing complications if they arise
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation by hospital and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Requirements:

• Master s degree or Doctorate from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program
• Current certification as a CRNA by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
• Unrestricted RN and APRN licensure in the applicable state
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required depending on the patient population

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