Nurse Anesthetists-MSH/QHC/ELM

Mount Sinai Health System; Hempfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 135,933 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Pennsylvania seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to induce and maintain anesthesia for patients undergoing various procedures. The role involves detailed monitoring of patient vitals, collaboration with medical staff, and maintaining anesthesia equipment. Candidates must hold valid nursing licenses and have completed a specialized anesthesia course. The salary range is competitive, between $135,933 and $225,000 annually based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Must have current valid NYS nursing licenses.
• Satisfactory completion of the qualifying examination of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
• Three to six months of orientation to acquire familiarity with institutional policies and anesthesia procedures.

Responsibilities

• Induces anesthesia under supervision and maintains anesthesiological management.
• Observes and monitors patient vital signs during surgery.
• Performs semi-technical tasks involved in maintaining anesthesia equipment.

Skills

Analytical ability

Excellent written and communication skills

Basic MS Word proficiency

Education

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing

Completion of a course in Anesthesia of at least 18 months

Registered nursing registration as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job description

Description

Under the supervision of a licensed anesthesiologist and in accordance with established policies and procedures, induces anesthesia in presence of an anesthesiologist and maintains anesthesiological management of patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures and airway management or cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Delivers patient care to patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Makes preoperative visit to examine the patient, review medical history and the patient’s chart, and selects from a limited number of standard applications the type, dosage and combinations of anesthesia required to meet the needs of the patient, taking into consideration the patient’s condition and nature of surgery to be performed. Consults with the surgeon or anesthesiologist for advice when “high risk” factors are evident in the medical history.
• Inserts intravenous needle or catheter and starts medicated fluids prior to beginning of surgery.
• Performs intratracheal intubation in the operating room by inserting the tube which carries the anesthetic gases into the patient’s lungs. Places a small catheter down the tracheal tube during surgery to suction secretions which accumulate in the patient’s lungs.
• Induces anesthesia in presence of an anesthesiologist and maintains anesthesia under the supervision of an anesthesiologist by intravenous injection, gas inhalation, or a combination of the two, making necessary adjustments to both during the surgery according to the patient’s needs.
• Observes the patient during surgery for excessive loss of blood or impingement on patients’ nerves or major organs and constantly monitors pulse rate, blood pressure and respiration. Regulates the flow of intravenous solutions according to variations in blood pressure and monitors intravenous blood transfusions according to the direction of a physician.
• Upon completion of surgery, discontinues the anesthetic and increases oxygen flow to return patient to conscious state as directed by an anesthesiologist. Checks blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration until the patient is stable enough to transfer to post anesthesia recovery.
• Performs semi-technical tasks involved in maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Incumbents work under a variety of conditions from pleasant to uncomfortable; most areas are air-conditioned with varying levels of dust and noise.
• Hazardous conditions may exist in some areas where patients exhibit unstable, violent or aggressive behavior. Incumbents may be exposed to biohazardous substances such as blood‑borne pathogens through the nature of work performed.
• Full‑time workweek is forty hours; may be required to work in excess of scheduled hours during staffing shortages or to complete cases and clinical notations.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Nursing and completion of a course in Anesthesia of at least 18 months approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
• Satisfactory completion of the qualifying examination of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists and recognition by the State Board of Certified Nurse Anesthetist.
• Registered nursing registration as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• Three to six months of orientation to acquire familiarity with institutional/department policies and anesthesia procedures and techniques.
• High level of analytical ability required to effectively and expeditiously diagnose, monitor and deliver care to patients.
• Must have current valid NYS nursing licenses.
• Council of Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists.
• Basic MS Word, internet, and research engines proficiency.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

Compensation

The salary range for the role is $135,933 - $225,000 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.