CRNA - Part Time - AGH, 30+ hours/week are Bonus Eligible

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a skilled professional to provide anesthetic care for patients in the surgical setting. The role includes assessing, planning, evaluating, and implementing the anesthetic management for patients. Requirements include current RN licensure in Pennsylvania, CRNA certification, and certifications in CPR, PALS, and ACLS. Ideal candidates may have previous CRNA experience. The role demands adherence to legal and ethical standards in nursing.

Qualifications

• Current PA RN licensure or multi-state licensure through eNLC is required.
• Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist is mandatory.
• PALS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association are essential.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement anesthetic management for patients in surgical care.
• Monitor patients under anesthesia and involve physicians in care decisions.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Current State of PA RN licensure

Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist

CPR – American Heart Association

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance

Job description

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This job provides anesthetic care for patients in the surgical setting.

Essential Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, evaluates, and implements the anesthetic management for all patients presenting for anesthesia care. Provides accurate medical record documentation. (45%)
• Provides continuous observation of patients under anesthetic care and corrects abnormal patient responses. Involves attending physician regarding plan of care and involves physician in clinical decision making of any issues that are outside the CRNA's knowledge base or scope of practice. (35%)
• Participates, develops, and implements performance and/or quality improvement initiatives. (10%)
• Adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing and of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists. Follows appropriate safety standards and ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies. (5%)
• Acts as a clinical resource to interdisciplinary health care team. May serve as a mentor to new staff or students. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Current State of PA RN licensure OR Current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC).
• Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association.

Preferred

• Previous CRNA experience.

Disclaimer

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement

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