CRNA - General

CRNA Position at Optum

Primary Responsibilities:

• Evaluate patients to determine an accurate anesthetic plan
• Work under the direction of physician anesthesiologist
• Determine and administer the appropriate dosage of anesthesia during procedures
• Coordinate with doctors, nurses, technicians, and other health care professionals
• Complete records of type and amount of anesthesia, patient condition, patient response and medical histories
• Assess patient recovery and removal to another room following surgery
• Candidate should also be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians and other professionals to provide optimum care for each patient

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program
• Valid state RN License (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
• Valid state APRN Recognition (must meet education requirement (s) for state recognition and obtain within six (6) months of hire)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
• Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
• Certified Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Current BLS
• 2+ years of anesthesia care in an inpatient setting
• Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

Client Details State TX