Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - PRN (Crittenden)

LifeLinc Corporation • West Memphis, AR

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About The Position

LifeLinc Anesthesia is currently seeking a skilled Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for an exciting opportunity providing high quality, cost-effective anesthesia care in an autonomous, but collaborative clinical environment. Come practice at the top of your license and join a team committed to leadership in anesthesia care. About the Facility: Baptist Memorial Hospital-Crittenden is an 11-bed, 65,000-square-foot acute care facility serving Crittenden County, Arkansas, which has a population of about 51,000. Schedule: Weekdays as needed, 7:00am to 3:00pm. Call Requirements: Call is not required. Benefits: Benefits are available to employees working 30 or more hours per week. This position is not benefit eligible. Malpractice Professional Liability will be covered by LifeLinc. Why LifeLinc? LifeLinc Anesthesia has emerged as one of the top, comprehensive anesthesia management providers in the country. Since 2003, LifeLinc has centered its mission on 'Changing the Status Quo' of healthcare through innovative solutions and excellent clinical quality. We recognize that an exceptional anesthesia team enhances patient safety and experience. This is why we enable our providers to serve as leaders in the perioperative setting, maximizing their potential and fostering long-term employment relationships. Come join a team committed to provider growth and continuing innovation in anesthesia!

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
• Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the AANA Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.
• Successfully completed the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Council on Certification or its predecessor's.
• At least two years of independent experience.
• ACLS/BLS/PALS certification.
• Block experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Function as a collaborator and team member to accomplish applicable goals and functions of LifeLinc.
• Develop standards for continuity of care and case management.
• Remain cognizant of rules and regulations as they pertain to the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists and remain compliant at a local, state, and federal level.
• Perform and document a pre-anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient, including requesting consultations and diagnostic studies.
• Select, obtain, order, or administer pre-anesthetic medications and fluids.
• Obtain informed consent for anesthesia.
• Perform conscious sedation/MAC anesthesia on outpatient and inpatient cases.
• Manage a patient's airway.
• Manage emergence and recovery from anesthesia.
• Release or discharge patients from a post-anesthesia care area, and provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care related to anesthesia side effects or complications.
• Respond to emergency situations by providing airway management, administration of emergency fluids or drugs, or using basic or advanced cardiac life support techniques.
• Attend meetings as needed.
• Work with peers to obtain required information on a timely basis and to solve outstanding issues, as appropriate.
• Promote and contribute positively to the teamwork of the department by assisting coworkers, contributing ideas and problem-solving with co-workers.

Benefits

• Malpractice Professional Liability coverage by LifeLinc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees