Nurse Anesthetist - Main Hospital Job Little Rock area,Arkansas USA,Nursing

Clinical Staff - Nursing

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) [AKA:
Senior Nurse Anesthetist] is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provides anesthesia services in a collaborative care team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based anesthesia. The CRNA provides anesthesia for patients of all acuity levels in a variety of settings. Salary offered commensurate with experience.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia by date of hire
Current CRNA license or CRNA Licensure by date of hire
1 year of CRNA experience
Certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists by date of hire (proof of these requirements may be requested at any time).
Must have accountability and high-level problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities:

Perform and document the preanesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
Review, request, and order (as permitted by state law), laboratory/diagnostic studies.
Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services.
Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment.
Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan.
Select, obtain, prepare, and use equipment, invasive and non-invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for the administration of sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed.
Select, order, obtain, and administer analgesic and anesthetic agents, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids, or blood products necessary to provide anesthesia services.
Perform all aspects of airway management, including fiber optic intubation.
Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia by evaluating patient response, selecting, ordering, and administering medications, fluids, and ventilator support to maintain patient stability during transfer.
Initiate and administer post-anesthesia pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system.
Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post-anesthesia period.
Evaluate the patient's response to anesthesia and surgery; take appropriate corrective action during the post-anesthesia period.
Provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care.
Discharge the patient from the post-anesthesia care unit.
Implement acute and chronic pain management modalities.
Manage emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining patient disposition, including airway management, administration of emergency medications and fluids, and use of basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
Participates in required educational programs.
Participates in monthly departmental meetings.
Seeks ongoing professional educational growth.
Maintains current licensure requirements for CRNA
May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:
Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:
License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact ask recruitment for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant

Physical Activity:

Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

Sharps, Standing

Benefits Eligible:

Yes