Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or CRNA: Geauga

University Hospitals•Chardon, OH

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role involves providing anesthesia care as a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant or CRNA. The primary location is UH Geauga Medical Center, with potential travel to other east-side community hospitals. The position requires on-call duties for 36-48 hours per month. Responsibilities include patient assessment, preparation, administration and monitoring of anesthesia, and ensuring safe patient transport post-procedure. The role also involves being part of the resuscitation team for intubation and adhering to all institutional policies regarding patient information and conduct.

Requirements

Graduate of a school of professional Nursing, registered by the appropriate state-accrediting agency at the time of graduation (Required)
Graduate of a school of Anesthesia approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required)
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) in the State of Ohio (Required)

Nice To Haves

5+ years experience (for Enhanced PTO)

Responsibilities

Interview patient and review essential data to verify patient readiness for anesthetic.
Assists in education of patient and family regarding the anesthetic plan and potential risks of the proposed anesthetic.
Prepares patient by starting appropriate access lines and initiating appropriate therapies preoperatively.
Prepares the equipment and drugs needed to perform the planned anesthetic.
Assists with induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of the anesthetic plan in accordance with the Anesthesia Care Team guidelines.
Ensures the safe transport of the patient to the appropriate post-operative area and provides for a smooth transition of care to the post-operative nursing staff.
Perform those functions necessary to establish and secure adequate ventilation, including intubation for patient throughout the institution as a member of the resuscitation team.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.