CRNA College Station-NO CALL

CRNA College Station-NO CALL at Baylor Scott & White Health

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott & White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt‑free tuition assistance, offering access to many no‑cost and low‑cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

Note:

Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a licensed nurse with advanced training in anesthesia. The CRNA administers, monitors, and adjusts anesthetic doses for patients of all ages during surgery and other procedures.

• Interprets physician’s pre‑anesthetic evaluation and lab data.
• Reviews health history, including psychosocial as well as biophysical. Reviews all current laboratory data.
• Performs pre‑induction examination and inspection of body parts or organ systems related to an anesthetic plan. Reviews the proposed surgery with the patient.
• Performs a brief physical assessment of the patient, dentures, prosthetic devices, allergies, and NPO status. Verifies that all prescribed safety standards have been met before anesthesia induction. Checks the machine checklist, functional suction equipment, airway management equipment, proper placement of monitoring and electrosurgical electrodes, and physical positioning.
• Induces and maintains general anesthesia at safe levels. Uses techniques prescribed by the staff anesthesiologist or customary department methods.
• Selects and administers anesthetic techniques, medications, and adjunctive drugs according to accepted departmental guidelines.
• Performs intratracheal intubation and extubation protecting the patient at all times.
• Identifies and manages emergency situations according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs regional anesthesia using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.
• Co‑ordinates all monitoring, recording of vital signs, and verification that all equipment is working. Uses all available non‑invasive monitoring equipment on patients receiving general anesthesia (BP, ECG, oximeter, pre‑cardial stethoscope/esophageal stethoscope, temperature, oxygen analyzer, and SARA). Records all data according to schedule.
• Manages fluid, blood, and electrolyte loss and replacement within guidelines of the Department of Anesthesia policies and procedures.
• Performs basic perioperative diagnostic testing, documents it in the anesthetic record, and monitors life functions. Responds to adverse drug reactions and consults senior Staff Anesthesiologist promptly. Documents all important events during the procedure, including tourniquet time, pressure, changes in the operation site, and drug injections by the surgeon. Records all unusual events clearly in the anesthetic record.
• Terminates anesthesia in a timely fashion, ensuring patient safety to post‑anesthetic recovery room. Reverses anesthetic according to departmental guidelines.
• Protects the patient during transport to the Recovery Room. Provides a detailed report to the assigned Recovery Room personnel. Informs the Recovery Room Anesthesiologist and assigned Staff Anesthesiologist of any complications. Follows the post‑anesthetic course to recognize anesthetic‑related complications. Documents post‑anesthetic visits in the Progress Note form up to 24 hours post‑anesthetic.

• Obtains 40 CEUs every two years.
• Maintains certification and registration.
• Keeps informed of current trends and updated procedures.
• Knows current concepts of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Demonstrates ability to accept and initiate change.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.
• Functions as part of a health care/anesthesia team.
• Ability to work variable hours.
• Ability to share "on call" duties and respond within the acceptable time frame.

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree
• Experience:
  
  Less than 1 year of experience
• Certification/License/Registration:
  Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) & ACLS in 30 days of hire or transfer. BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Health Care Provider

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