RN, Certified Anesthetist

One Brooklyn Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a Nurse Anesthetist to administer anesthesia during surgical procedures and monitor patients' vital signs. The ideal candidate will have extensive RN experience and strong interpersonal skills, contributing to patient care and safety in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years as a RN is required.
• Prolonged standing, reaching, walking; must lift items weighing up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthetics during surgical procedures.
• Monitor patient’s vital signs and adjust anesthetics as necessary.
• Prepare operating room and equipment for procedures.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited New York State R.N. program

BSN degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Administers intravenous, spinal, and other anesthetics to render persons insensible to pain during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Prepare operating room with necessary anesthetics and review patient medical history.
2. Prepare prescribed solutions for intravenous injections and administer.
3. Assemble machine for administering gas and test it to ensure proper functioning.
4. Prepare patient position on operating table according to the type of operation.
5. Study physical findings of preoperative examination to determine probable effects of anesthetic on patient.
6. Ensure blood of proper types is available for emergency use.
7. Monitor patient’s blood pressure, respiration, and pulse during the procedure and watch for significant physical changes.
8. Explain procedure to patient to secure cooperation and confidence.
9. Maintain patient in surgical anesthetic state, adjusting oxygen and gas flow, and keep air tubes in position as necessary.
10. Keep surgeon informed of patient’s condition.
11. Take necessary remedial actions, such as throat aspiration and oxygen administration.
12. Record patient condition and relevant information on the chart.
13. Assist in moving patient from operating to recovery room or floor.
14. Disassemble equipment and clean work area or supervise others in these tasks.
15. Remove supplies and accessories to supply room. Clean and sterilize instruments and equipment following standard procedures.
16. Maintain records of each anesthetic administered.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited New York State R.N. program; a BSN degree is preferred.

Experience: Minimum five (5) years as a RN.

Knowledge and Skills: Good interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements: The position requires prolonged standing, reaching, walking; stooping, bending, lifting, and carrying items weighing up to 75 pounds.

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith estimate of potential compensation and may be adjusted based on various factors such as site, experience, and education. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. This job description is not exhaustive and may change at the discretion of OBH. OBH is an equal opportunity employer.