Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA, Elgin- Full Time

Advocatehealth; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Elgin. This role offers the opportunity to provide vital anesthesia services, ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures. You will perform essential pre- and post-anesthesia assessments, manage emergencies, and maintain high clinical standards. This position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in patient care while enjoying a supportive work environment that values flexibility and professional growth. If you're ready to advance your career in a dynamic setting, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• RN license in the practicing state required.
• CRNA certification from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia services, covering induction, maintenance, and emergence.
• Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments and manage narcotic accounting.
• Monitor patient recovery and collaborate on pain management.

Skills

Anesthesia Services

Patient Assessment

Emergency Response

Flexibility

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA, Elgin - Full Time

Join us as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Advocate Health in Elgin. Be among the first 25 applicants.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia services including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care, covering induction, maintenance, and emergence, with appropriate recording and corrective actions.
• Perform pre-anesthesia assessments, ensuring readiness and equipment sterility.
• Conduct post-anesthesia care, monitor patient recovery, and collaborate on pain management.
• Manage narcotic accounting and respond to emergencies, including airway management and difficult IV placements.
• Administer anesthesia under supervision when required and provide labor analgesia in the Birth Day Center.
• Maintain current knowledge of scientific and clinical standards, participate in departmental improvements, and perform patient positioning and transport duties.
• Provide age-appropriate care, assessing patient data to meet specific needs.

Licensure and Certification Requirements

• RN license in the practicing state
• CRNA certification from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
• Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license in Wisconsin
• DEA registration
• PALS, ACLS, or NRP certifications obtained within 6 months, if required

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing
• No prior experience required

Skills and Abilities

• Flexibility to meet department scheduling needs, including 24/7 call and weekends

Physical and Working Conditions

• Visual and auditory function
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and perform transfers as specified
• Exposure to hazards and requirement to wear protective gear as needed

This description provides a general overview; additional duties may be assigned as necessary.