Lead CRNA Kenosha 1.0 FTE

223 Aurora Medical Group, Inc.; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 322,072,000 - 515,344,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin seeks a CRNA-APRN leader for the Anesthesiology department to optimize clinical practice and support related clinical activities. The role collaborates with physicians and operational leaders to drive performance and engagement.

The position includes participation in quality improvement, onboarding of APPs, and mentorship, with full-time hours and benefits eligible. Pay range reflects advanced practice anesthesia responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing required.
• Active RN and APRN license in state practice.
• Active NBCRNA certification.
• Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by site/role.

Responsibilities

• Partner with physicians and operational leaders to optimize clinical practice.
• Participate in local quality improvement and workflow projects.
• Recruiting and interviewing physicians and APPs.
• Mentor APPs and coordinate onboarding at site/area of support.
• Maintain accurate, complete documentation in the EMR and ensure compliant coding/billing practices.

Skills

Clinical proficiency

Independent work

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

APRN license

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Department: 04020 AMG Specialist Group: Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 7am-5pm (working 7-8 clinical shifts per pay period). Working approximately 8 administrative hours per pay period.

Lead Responsibilities

• Partners locally with physician and operational leaders to optimize clinical practice and supports other clinical activities that advance performance and strategic goals.
• Participates in local quality improvement, workflow efficiencies and other projects that impact clinical practice.
• Participates in the recruiting and interviewing process for physicians and APPs.
• Participates in annual performance reviews (APRs) and scheduled check-ins with new hires in collaboration with operational leaders.
• Coordinates clinical onboarding and orientation of APPs at local site or within area of support.
• Champions local engagement and well-being planning and initiatives in partnership with local leaders to promote Advocate Health being the Best Place to Care.
• Supports bi-directional communication between clinicians and operational leaders.
• Provides mentorship and professional development of APPs within site or area of support.
• Collaborates with APP Market Directors, Service Line Councils, MGMCs and other councils related to matters specific to area of practice.

Clinical responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses, and determines/alters treatment and management plans appropriate for age, acuity and clinical condition. This includes ordering, performing and interpreting appropriate diagnostic studies and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies.
• Manages conditions based on clinical indication, evidence-based care, cost effectiveness, and assessment of risks/benefits and alternatives.
• Provides health promotion, disease prevention and disease management counseling and education of patients and families.
• Manages patients as part of an interdisciplinary team and within scope of practice.
• Seeks physician or other healthcare team member consultation or referrals as appropriate.
• Escalates need for more emergent or specialized care when necessary.
• Mantains accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Substantiates and submits professional services consistent with compliant coding and billing practices.
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team and/or health or community agencies.
• Performs office or hospital procedures in accordance with specialty practice, competency and granted privileges (where applicable).

Other responsibilities

• Participates in quality, safety and peer review initiatives/performance activities, organizational and/or departmental meetings and committees, peer review, and workgroups as necessary.
• Participates in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals.
• Seeks experiences to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and advance the profession within and outside of the organization.
• Maintains standards of productivity, access, face-to-face time, and quality metrics to ensure optimal, safe and timely patient care delivery.

Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

License/Registration/Certification Required

Active RN, and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or other APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice, AND Active national board certification as CRNA by nationally certifying board (NBCRNA). Active DEA registration prior to hire If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire Active ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical site/practice and/or role prior to or within 6 months of hire Education Required: Master’s Degree in Nursing Experience Required: No experience required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency, and excellent decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must have functional vision and hearing.
• Must be able to: - Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. - Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. - Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. - Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. - Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines. Will be exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids. Will be required to wear gloves, goggles and gowns on an as-needed basis. Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Pay Range $112.40 - $179.85

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials.

Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in

• Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care