Anesthesia Tech LVN PRN

UHS•McAllen, TX

13h

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: An Anesthesia tech as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides nursing care and performs nursing procedures. A Licensed Vocational Nurse functions under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Plans and individualizes patient care. Provides technical and clinical support to Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists by ensuring availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies. The anesthesia technician will prepare anesthesia supplies and equipment to assist with the placement of invasive catheters. Will prepare and assist anesthesia provider for patient airway induction and intubation and transport under the direction of the Anesthesiologist, CRNA and/or RN. Support patient care for the population served. Will clean, sterilize, disinfect routine anesthesia equipment. Maintain inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies, including anesthesia carts, emergency airway carts, and the anesthesia supply areas. May be necessary to work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime, and/or on call/call back status. Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to anesthesia technician activities. This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned. Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Requirements

Current LVN license in the State of Texas.
Must have the ability to communicate with all levels of healthcare professionals and multi-task.
Familiar with basic nursing performance standards for all age groups as outlined in the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.
High School diploma, GED, or Higher Education required.
Currently licensed as a Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the State of Texas.
Must have and maintain current BLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with curriculum of the AHA for Healthcare Provider’s Program.

Nice To Haves

Minimum six months experience within a surgical setting preferred.
Certification (CER.A.T.T) through ASATT recommended within two years.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care and performs nursing procedures.
Functions under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or ancillary departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions.
Plans and individualizes patient care.
Provides technical and clinical support to Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists by ensuring availability and proper functioning of anesthesia equipment and supplies.
Prepare anesthesia supplies and equipment to assist with the placement of invasive catheters.
Prepare and assist anesthesia provider for patient airway induction and intubation and transport under the direction of the Anesthesiologist, CRNA and/or RN.
Support patient care for the population served.
Clean, sterilize, disinfect routine anesthesia equipment.
Maintain inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies, including anesthesia carts, emergency airway carts, and the anesthesia supply areas.
Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to anesthesia technician activities.
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.