Nurse anesthetist Jobs in Allen, TX

Anesthetist Job Duties : Administers anesthesia for all facility procedures employing a variety of techniques to render persons insensible to pain during a variety of surgical, dental, obstetric, and diagnostic procedures.

Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and assists in identification of alternative strategies.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development for patients of adult age through geriatrics.

Assesses and interprets data reflective of the patient's status and provides care relative to their age-specific needs in accordance with the department's policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation, and advising management on needed actions.

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of treatment, and answering questions.

Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, and administering first aid and using the emergency cart.

Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.