Nurse Anesthetists-QHC/ELM-12270-006

Mount Sinai; Westchester (FL); On-site; USD 135,933 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Anesthetist to provide anesthesia care under supervision. Responsibilities include preparing patients for surgery, monitoring vital signs, and managing anesthesia. Qualifications require graduation from an accredited Nursing School, completion of a 18-month Anesthesia program, and certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Competitive salary range is $135,933 - $225,000 annually, with varying factors affecting actual pay. An environment that promotes equality and respects all employees is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Job requires satisfactory completion of the qualifying examination of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
• Must complete three to six months' orientation.
• Registered Nursing as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Responsibilities

• Makes preoperative visit to examine the patient and review medical history.
• Inserts intravenous needle or catheter and starts medicated fluids.
• Performs intratracheal intubation in the operating room.
• Induces anesthesia in the presence of an anesthesiologist.
• Observes the patient during surgery for excessive blood loss and monitors vital signs.
• Checks patient stability until transfer to recovery.
• Maintains anesthesia equipment and supplies.

Skills

Analytical ability

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Education

Graduation from approved School of Nursing

Completion of 18-month Anesthesia course

Current NYS nursing license

Certification from American Association of Nurse Anesthetists

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 maintain anesthesiological management of patient undergoing surgical, diagnostic or therapeutic procedures and airway management or cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Delivers patient care to patients of all ages.

Responsibilities

1. Makes preoperative visit to examine the patient, review medical history and review the patient’s chart. Consults with the surgeon or anesthesiologist for advice when “high risk” factors are evident in the medical history.
2. Inserts intravenous needle or catheter and starts medicated fluids prior to beginning of surgery.
3. Performs intratracheal intubation in the operating room by inserting the tube which carries the anesthetic gases into the patient’s lungs.
4. Induces anesthesia in presence of an anesthesiologist and maintain 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.
5. 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.
6. Checks blood pressure, heart rate, and respiration until the patient is stable enough to transfer to post anesthesia recovery.
7. Performs semi-technical tasks involved in maintaining anesthesia equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Job requires 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 Anesthetists.
• Registered Nursing as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• Job requires three to six months' 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.
• Excellent written and communication skills.

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. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. 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.