Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Advocate Sherman Hospital, Elgin, IL

American Addiction Centers•Elgin, IL

25d•$100 - $160•Onsite

About The Position

The CRNA assembles necessary supplies and equipment, and administers intravenous, spinal, and other anesthetics prior to surgical or other medical procedures. Monitors patient's reactions and vital signs during and after anesthesia and takes remedial action when warranted. Submits postoperative report on patient’s condition and maintains records of anesthetics administered. Maintains knowledge of scientific theory, research findings, current practice and applicable standards. May participate in departmental improvement processes and ASC processes when appropriate. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Requirements

Master's Degree in Nursing.
Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Nurse Anesthetist certification (CRNA) issued by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license issued by the state of Illinois
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration
Must have functional vision and hearing.
Must be able to: Lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
Must be able to: Lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
Must be able to: Carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
Must be able to: Push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
Must be able to: Perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently during work shift.
Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Nice To Haves

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS) issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)/American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required

Responsibilities

Provides anesthesia services, including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care to patients which includes: the induction of anesthesia; the maintenance of anesthesia at the required levels; the support of life functions during the administration of anesthesia, including induction and intubations; the recording of all pertinent events during the induction of, maintenance of and emergence from anesthesia; the recognition and the taking of appropriate corrective action (including requesting consultation when necessary) for abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or other form of therapy; and the professional observation and resuscitative care (including requesting consultation when necessary) until the patient has regained control of his/her vital functions.
Performs pre-anesthesia functions including: determining that an appropriate pre-anesthetic examination has been made by a physician; insuring that relevant tests have been completed and a thorough assessment of the patient has been performed; reviewing the patient's condition immediately prior to the induction of an anesthesia; checking the readiness, availability, cleanliness, sterility when required and working conditions of all the equipment used in the administration of anesthetic agents prior to administering anesthesia.
Performs post-anesthesia duties including: remaining with the patient until it is safe to transfer responsibility for care to other qualified individuals; advising personnel responsible for post-anesthetic care of specific problems presented by the patient's condition; administering post-operative epidural pain relief and other post-operative analgesia in collaboration with the surgeon and making post-anesthetic visits regarding the presence or absence of anesthesia related complications.
Responsible for narcotic accounting and distribution.
Responds to life threatening, Code Blue/Code 4 and respiratory emergencies if available by establishing and maintaining an airway under the direction of a physician. Assists nursing units with difficult intravenous (IV) insertions when requested, when available and when attempts by other professionals have been unsuccessful.
May administers anesthesia under the supervision of the operating surgeon.
May provides labor analgesia in the Birth Day Center.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus Eligible up to $100,000
Forgiveable loan option also available
Licensure & Certification Costs Covered
CME Reimbursement: $2,250 annually + 40 hours of CME PTO
Malpractice Insurance
Extra Shift Bonuses: $75-$100/hour
30 days PTO increasing with years of service
No Non-Competes: Work locums at non-Advocate Health locations
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program