Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at RecruitWell summary :

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan is responsible for evaluating and administering anesthetics to patients for various medical procedures. This role requires collaboration with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure safe patient care, along with monitoring and documenting patient conditions during anesthesia. The CRNA must also participate in quality improvement activities and maintain clinical competency through ongoing education and training.

Sault St. Marie, Michigan, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Operating Room (OR) Job

Clinical Role :

Under the supervision / collaboration with an Anesthesiologist and / or surgeon / attending physician, performs a variety of professional patient care duties, such as :

Evaluation of and administering anesthetics to patients for surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic and obstetric procedures

Reviewing patient data to determine the equipment and anesthetic technique to be used

Informing the patient regarding anesthesia procedures

Observing, monitoring, and documenting the anesthetized patient's condition

Initiating remedial measures in response to patient's condition

Keeping current regarding methods and techniques

Essential Functions :

Equipment. Sets up and checks anesthesia machines, equipment and medications, prepares additional equipment as needed. Connects appropriate monitoring equipment to patient. Prior to administration of anesthesia the CRNA documents same on the anesthesia record. Will complete departmental anesthesia pre-op checklist and all records needed to document quality patient care

Anesthesia Administration / Care of Patients. Performs nursing / anesthesia assessment, planning, interventions and ongoing monitoring of assigned patients. Evaluates patient prior to anesthesia for proper presentation for anesthesia. Confers with appropriate physician(s) and Anesthesiologist as to type of anesthesia services. Administers anesthesia for surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic and obstetric procedures. Accompanies patient to PACU or ICU / CCU and remains with patient as required by the patient's condition until care has been assumed by other qualified individuals and the patient's condition is stable. Communicates a complete report to receiving nurse / provider which includes specific problems presented by patient's condition. Responds to urgent and emergent patient situations (e.g., cardiac arrest, trauma) and on-call patient care responsibilities as required per hospital policy and job assignment. Provides anesthesia services throughout the hospital when requested

Documentation. Records all pertinent events taking place during the induction of, maintenance of, and emergence from anesthesia. Maintains accurate and legible anesthesia records throughout the case. Completes all charge tickets, reports and logs that are pertinent to the anesthesia service. Collaborates with Anesthesiologist / Physician to ensure anesthesia orders are signed by the Anesthesiologist / Physician

Education. Attends and participates in department / hospital meetings, mandatory education days. Attends continuing education programs to maintain clinical competency and certifications and licensure. Accepts responsibility for personal and professional growth. Maintains documentation of attendance at annual training, mandatory education, and seminars attended

CQI. Participates in Quality Assessment and Improvement (QA / I) activities (e.g., education, measurement / monitoring, review, team participation, etc.) in conjunction with the Hospital's QA / I plan, goals and objectives. Participates in data collection and case review for QA activities

Customer First. Complies with and / or implements the Customer First philosophy, as well as all hospital, human relations, safety, health, human resources and departmental policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines, and meets all licensing accreditation requirements

Age Specific. Understands and can access information regarding issues related to infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients

Other Duties. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Anesthesiology or designee

Training & Skills (include but are not limited to) :

Must have the ability to work independently and organize several projects

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day

Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner

Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position

Must be able to see and hear, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met

Able to lift, push and pull patients, weighing up to 350 pounds, with assistance, in wheelchairs or carts. Able to stand and walk up to 90% of a 8 / 12-hour working day. Able to bend, stoop, and squat as required to reach lower drawers in medication carts, to adjust patient line, etc., able to reach over head to obtain supplies, and hang and adjust IVs.

Compliance with all Medical Center policies and practices as described in the employee handbook

Technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered

Procedures (included but not limited to) :

Adult and pediatric venipuncture

Arterial line insertion

Medication calculation and effects

Sterile technique

Airway maintenance

Administration and management of regional anesthetics

Not open to Locums candidates

Not open to new graduates - at least 3 years of experience as CRNA required

Not open to 1099 candidates

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Organization :

Competitive salary range based on experience and training (to be discussed at interview)

Overtime and on-call rate : 1.5x

Up to $70,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employment

Generous relocation package for non-locals

Medical and dental insurance

Malpractice insurance

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

23 days PTO + 6 paid holidays per year

5 days paid CEU time at regular rate

Tuition reimbursement

Lifestyle Information :

Sault Ste. Marie is a place where you can drink in the atmosphere, look up at the stars, and walk in the footsteps of those who came before you. It is a diverse waterfront community with a wealth of things to see and do, including year-round recreational activities, historical sites, the world-famous Soo Locks, Tahquamenon Falls, spectacular lighthouses, and pristine natural environments

As a cultural affairs expert and a member of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians, Cecil Pavlat knows a thing or two about this special place. He says, "It is the center of the Great Lakes, and it always has been"

Whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway or an adventure-filled vacation, Sault Ste. Marie has something for everyone. So come and experience the beauty and history of this amazing place

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA, anesthesia administration, patient monitoring, medical procedures, surgical anesthesia, nursing, patient care, medical documentation, clinical competency