CRNA - Cooley Dickinson Hospital

Overview

Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is seeking a CRNA I to provide anesthesia services to patients across ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and procedural settings. The CRNA I reviews patient medical history, administers and manages anesthesia, and monitors patients during procedures or the perioperative period. The incumbent maintains credentialing documentation for continued CRNA registration.

Location:

30 Locust Street.

Schedule:

Day shift;
Per Diem employee type. Remote Type:
Onsite.

• Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. Provides patients or health care proxies necessary information related to anesthesia and in preparation for procedures.
• Collaborates with the nursing and surgical teams and determines the appropriate type of anesthetic to be used, ensuring quality of care. Performs pre-operative assessments, including histories, physical examinations, and review of systems.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Conducts the induction and maintenance of anesthesia under the direction of the appointed supervisor.
• Administers general (intravenous / inhalation) and regional anesthesia and serves as a resource for anesthesia care within the OR and patient care environments. Inserts invasive monitoring lines required for an anesthetic and interprets the data.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Monitors the life support functions of the patient during the period of anesthesia or surgery as needed. Assesses, interprets, and treats physiologic responses to anesthesia that include oxygenation, circulation, and ventilation.
• Keeps OR and Anesthesia care team informed of patient's condition and documents pertinent information concerning anesthetic course in the EMR. Prepares and evaluates the safety of anesthetic equipment, supplies, and drugs.
• Participates in drug or operational audits, projects, and meetings as needed. Works with the staff of the Pharmacy department in handling and use of drugs and related agents. Properly waste drugs in an approved and consistent manner.
• Provides observation and care in the immediate post-operative period until a report of pertinent information has been given to and responsibility for the patient accepted by the RN or MD covering the appropriate recovery area.
• Is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA and maintain credentialing.
• Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team in all aspects of patient care within the peri-operative setting.
• Contributes to and participates in clinical education, such as Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• May provide coverage at additional site locations as needed.

Education
Master s Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner required

Licenses and Credentials
CRNA (NBCRNA) - National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists required
RN - State License (HR Only required)
ACLS - HR Only required
BLS - HR Only required

Experience
Experience as a CRNA or New Graduate 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities


Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and pharmacology related to anesthesia. Foreign language skills are desired. Demonstrates clinical competence. Ability to work in fast-paced, team-based and independent settings. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to stay up to date with best practices in anesthesia. Ability to interpret and apply guidelines and procedures. Ability to maintain quality control and react calmly in emergencies.

Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently, Walking Frequently, Sitting Occasionally, Lifting and Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Manipulations, Vision, Hearing, Speaking, etc. (per job description).

• Remote Type:
  Onsite
• Work Location:
  
  30 Locust Street
• Scheduled Weekly
  
  Hours:
  
  0
• Employee Type:
  Per Diem
• Work Shift:
  
  Day
• Pay Range: $105.43 - $124.84/Hourly
• Grade: 8
  
  CRNA

EEO Statement
Mass General Brigham Medical Group Western Massachusetts, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.