CRNA, UPMC North Central, Williamsport, PA

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Diverse case exposure

Collaborative team

Community impact

Job summary

UPMC North Central in Williamsport, PA seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to provide anesthesia care for a range of cases, including cardiac, plastics, thoracic, vascular, trauma, and pediatrics. The CRNA collaborates with supervising physicians to deliver safe, high-quality care, manages pre- and post-anesthetic processes, and adheres to departmental policies.

Applicants should have graduated from an accredited nurse anesthesia program and are expected to handle complex clinical

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program is required.
• Knowledge of Federal and State controlled substance policies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides anesthetic care for patients in cooperation with supervising physicians.
• Administers anesthesia and related care across pre-anesthetic, induction, maintenance, emergence, post-anesthesia, and peri-anesthesia support.
• Reviews informed consent documentation and ensures correct surgical site with OR staff.
• Participates in quality improvement processes through case documentation and incident reporting.
• Complies with departmental and regulatory standards.
• Knowledgeable about controlled substance policies per Federal and State laws.

Skills

Anesthesia care

Education

Nurse anesthesia education program

Job description

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - UPMC North Central, Williamsport, PA

We are hiring a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our team in Williamsport, PA. You will be providing anesthesia care for a diverse range of cases including cardiac, plastics, thoracic, vascular, trauma, and pediatrics.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Shifts: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Choose from flexible 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts to fit your lifestyle and personal needs.
• Diverse Case Exposure: Gain experience in a wide variety of cases, enhancing your skills and expertise in multiple specialties.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a team of experienced professionals who are committed to providing the highest quality of care.
• Community Impact: Be a part of a healthcare system that is deeply rooted in the community, making a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families.

Purpose

The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery, monitors the patient's physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines.
• Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs in the clinical area.
• Administers anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation; (2) anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence, (3) post-anesthesia care, and (4) peri-anesthesia clinical support functions.
• Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation of the QI plan.
• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required.
• Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required.