PRN CRNA - Wildwood

Job Details

Job Location:

OESC‑Fenney Wildwood 62‑1005 - Wildwood, FL 34785

CRNA

Provides monitored anesthesia care or administers general anesthesia under the direct supervision of a physician. Participates in monitoring the quality of anesthesia care. Reviews equipment safety. Makes recommendations to the Administrator about availability, in‑service of emergency procedures, appropriate testing of emergency equipment, and annual review and revision of policies and procedures.

• Supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Organization.
  • Supports and performs according to approved policies and procedures.
  • Participates as a team member in support of the total perioperative process.
  • Considers patient rights in performance of job duties and responsibilities.
• Contributes to the progress and development of the approved Quality Management Program.
  • Supports risk management and participates in programs directed to patient and staff safety.
  • Contributes to the quality management process; attends and participates in Quality Management Committee Meetings.
  • Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care.
  • Supports efforts to achieve full staff development and to identify staffing patterns and problems.
  • Participates in evaluation of the quality of care rendered by the anesthesia staff.
    • Reviews and makes recommendations to Facility Formulary.
    • Participates in anesthesia Peer Review.
    • Reviews and makes recommendations for patient admission and medical clearance criteria.
  • Assures anesthesia carts in operating rooms are maintained; including accurate inventory, outdated medications replaced prior to expiration, resuscitative equipment and supplies available and functioning properly.
• Communicates effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers.
  • Interactions are respectful and courteous.
  • Communicates effectively and professionally using a translator when necessary.
  • Communicates the philosophy of caring and service commensurate with the Facility mission statement throughout the perioperative process.
  • Documents that information received from the patient is disseminated to the appropriate people or departments.
  • Ensures documentation of pertinent information on the patient’s medical record is complete, accurate, and timely.
  • Supports education of surgical assistants regarding medical H&P of surgical patients.
  • Reviews and makes recommendations for medical clearance criteria.
  • Responds positively to performance issues when approached by another team member.
• Maintains and promotes professional competence through continuing education and other learning experiences.
  • Participates in committees, conferences, and quality management activities.
  • Researches and submits pertinent articles for review at staff meetings.
  • Seeks new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities.
  • Objectively evaluates suggestions or criticisms and attempts to improve performance or seeks further guidance, as needed.
  • Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations.
  • Attends and actively participates in team meetings, committees, in‑services, workshops, seminars, and conferences according to job responsibilities and Facility requirements.
  • Organizes and participates in orientation and staff development programs to meet identified learning needs.
  • Functions according to State professional regulatory board regarding the practice of nurse anesthetists.
  • Maintains competency in airway management, intravenous access, and physical examinations.
  • Places the best interest of the Team and team responsibilities ahead of self‑interest.
• Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities.
  • Reports observed or suspected violations, hazards, and noncompliance according to Facility policy.
  • Observes safety measures in performance of job duties and responsibilities according to Facility Policy and Procedures to minimize the risks of fire, explosion, electrical shock, and equipment malfunction; enforces compliance with safety and security policies and procedures.
  • Responds to emergency…