CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Company: Fresenius Medical Care
Location: Inglewood
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE: A Certified Registered Nurse
Anesthetist (CRNA) in an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN)
who practices both autonomously and in collaboration with a variety
of health providers on the interprofessional team to deliver
high-quality, holistic, evidence-based anesthesia and pain care
services. The CRNA cares for patients at all acuity levels across
the lifespan in a variety of settings for procedures including, but
not limited to, surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and
pain management. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform and
document the pre anesthesia 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, necessary to provide anesthesia services.
Document a time- based record of events during peri-anesthetic care
Perform all aspects of airway management, including fiberoptic
intubation. Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia by
evaluating patient response, and 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 post anesthesia.
Provide post anesthesia follow-up evaluation 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 disposition of patients,
including providing airway management, administration of emergency
Place and manage regional anesthetic techniques, as delineated by
his or her clinical privileges or granted special privileges.
Insert and manage peripheral, arterial, pulmonary catheter, or
central venous lines and catheters. Provide patient and caregiver
education. Consult with respiratory care providers and Implement
respiratory and ventilator care when appropriate. Supports patient
safety when performing his or her job functions and through
participation in facility, department, or unit patient safety
initiatives. Takes action to correct observed risks to patient
safety. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate
management authority. Identifies possible risks in processes,
procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Using an interdisciplinary approach, including consultation or
referral to another clinician, as appropriate. Perform advanced and
interventional pain management using drugs, regional anesthetic
techniques, or other accepted pain relief modalities with or
without fluoroscopic guidance. Utilize ultrasound, fluoroscopy, as
appropriate. Participates in center quality meetings, medical
executive meetings and other management meetings upon request from
the Medical Director. Review and comply with the Code of Business
Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local
state and federal laws and regulations Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and
work environment characteristics described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential
functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions. The work environment is characteristic of a health care
facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels.
May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/ materials and
radiation. May be required to wear protective gear in procedure
rooms for extended periods of time. Majority of the time spent on
feet, may require lifting, and positioning of patients. Position
Requires ability to lift objects heavier than 50 pounds. Travels
between locations primarily during the business day, although some
out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected. This position
may require approximately 10- 15% travel. SUPERVISION: None
EDUCATION AND REQUIRED CREDENTIALS: Graduate of a nurse anesthesia
educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of
Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor. Current
Appropriate State Licensure and complies with any applicable state
statutory and regulatory requirements concerning CRNAs. BLS and
ACLS certification Is currently certified or recertified by the
National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse
Anesthetists. Insurable by an appropriate medical malpractice
insurer for the limits required by this institution or state.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS: 8 - 12 years' related experience or an
equivalent combination of education and experience 5 years CRNA
experience preferred Ability to perform clinically as a nurse
anesthetist in the facility setting on a regular basis. Ability to
operate, use, and interpret data from a wide variety of equipment
to perform anesthesia care as well as necessary perioperative or
operating room care to support the safety and wellbeing of the
patient while they are under the direct care of the CRNA. Effective
verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively
collaborate with various clinical staff and other disciplines.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide
care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to
demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development
over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the
patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific
and age specific needs. Knowledge of infection prevention and
control techniques. Ability to maintain confidential records.
Ability to implement and adhere to facility policies and
procedures. EO/AA Employer:
Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender
Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free
workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
Keywords: Fresenius Medical Care, Santa Monica , CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Healthcare , Inglewood, California
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