Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

SUNY Upstate Medical University • Syracuse, NY

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About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) reviews with the responsible attending anesthesiologist the pre anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient. Such evaluation may indicate the need for additional studies or consultation. The CRNA may perform this evaluation under the supervision of the responsible attending anesthesiologist. Develops and carries out an anesthetic plan under the direction of the responsible attending anesthesiologist. Such a plan includes selection and implementation of appropriate monitors, drugs, fluids and anesthetic techniques. Provides continuous vigilant observation of patients under the CRNA's care, correcting abnormal patient responses and seeking consultation from the responsible attending anesthesiologist where appropriate. Completes an accurate and timely anesthetic record for inclusion in the patient's chart. Ensures patient stability and safe transfer to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Manages emergency situations including initiating and participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize risks of infection of patients, the CRNA and other health care professionals. Maintains the appropriate confidentiality of patient information however it was gathered. In rotation, responsible for the administration and management of scheduling, supervision of students and ancillary personnel. Participates in Department of Anesthesiology quality assessment, Department of Anesthesiology educational program and in Department of Anesthesiology research programs. Also responsible for participation in the Department of Anesthesiology committee work as assigned by the Chief of Anesthesiology.

Requirements

• NYS Licensed/Registered (or eligible) RN required.
• Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree required.
• Graduate of a Nurse Anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia or its predecessor required.
• Certification by the Council of Certification of Nurse Anesthesia required.
• CPR-BLS & CPR-ACLS certification required by time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Review pre anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient with the attending anesthesiologist.
• Perform evaluations under the supervision of the attending anesthesiologist.
• Develop and carry out an anesthetic plan under the direction of the attending anesthesiologist.
• Select and implement appropriate monitors, drugs, fluids, and anesthetic techniques.
• Provide continuous vigilant observation of patients under care.
• Correct abnormal patient responses and seek consultation when appropriate.
• Complete accurate and timely anesthetic records for patient charts.
• Ensure patient stability and safe transfer to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
• Manage emergency situations including cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Minimize risks of infection for patients and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Administer and manage scheduling, supervision of students and ancillary personnel.
• Participate in quality assessment, educational programs, and research programs in the Department of Anesthesiology.
• Participate in committee work as assigned by the Chief of Anesthesiology.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Master's degree