Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA

77 consultants•Nellis Air Force Base, NV

55d•$115 - $125•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves overseeing and managing the anesthesia care of patients independently. Key responsibilities include performing comprehensive preoperative evaluations, administering various forms of anesthesia (monitored anesthesia care, regional, general, and neuraxial), and monitoring patients' reactions during anesthesia and surgical procedures. The position also requires fluid management, invasive monitoring, and post-operative assessments. The role operates within an inpatient treatment facility that functions around the clock, seven days a week. Daily shifts begin at 0630 and can range from 8, 10, or 12 hours, with a minimum 30-minute uncompensated lunch break. Shift assignments are determined by the Government supervisor.

Requirements

Master's or Doctoral degree in nursing from a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs (COA).
Minimum of 2 years of active CRNA practice with recent clinical experience (within the last 6 months).
Practice must have included direct involvement in cases of General Anesthesia and Obstetric (Neuraxial) Anesthesia.
Current certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist from the National Board for Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
Active RN License and CRNA License from any U.S. state.
Current, unrestricted RN License issued by any state.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification.
Current Pediatric Life Support (PALS) certification.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
Current Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification.
BLS/ACLS/ALS/PALS certifications must adhere to the standards set by the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
Must successfully pass a government background check and obtain security clearance.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage the anesthesia care of patients independently, without direct supervision from a physician.
Perform comprehensive preoperative evaluations and preparations.
Administer various forms of anesthesia (monitored anesthesia care, regional, general, and neuraxial).
Adeptly monitor and respond to patients' reactions during both anesthesia and surgical procedures.
Manage fluid management and invasive monitoring.
Execute post-operative assessments as authorized by the MTF Credentials Committee.
Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic assessments, including obtaining informed consent, soliciting consultations and/or diagnostic testing, and ordering pre-anesthetic medications.
Independently formulate and implement a tailored anesthetic plan.
Execute an assessment immediately prior to the induction of anesthesia, including a meticulous review of the patient’s medical records, relevant laboratory results, and ensuring accurate documentation of pre-anesthesia medication administration.
Consider any changes in the patient's condition compared to previous assessments, alongside any noted anesthetic histories and complications.
Ensure the maintenance of the patient’s physiological homeostasis and address any abnormal responses to anesthesia and/or surgical intervention.
Collect and analyze patient physiological data through the selection, application, or insertion of non-invasive monitoring techniques.
Manage the patient's airway and respiratory function.
Supervise the patient’s emergence from anesthesia, focusing on stabilizing homeostasis, alleviating pain and side effects, and preemptively managing any complications through the judicious selection and administration of medications, fluids, or ventilatory support.