Laurel Surgery Center- PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

LifeLinc Corporation • Laurel, MS

2d • Onsite

About The Position

LifeLinc Anesthesia is seeking an experienced PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Laurel Surgery and Endoscopy Center in Laurel, Mississippi. This outpatient role offers a Monday-through-Friday schedule from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. as needed, with no call. The position is not eligible for benefits; professional liability coverage is provided by LifeLinc.

The CRNA provides professional anesthesia services in accordance with the standard of care and applicable state and federal laws. The role includes pre-anesthetic assessment and evaluation, anesthesia management, post-anesthesia care, emergency response, and other nurse anesthesia duties within the CRNA’s expertise. The CRNA also contributes to continuity of care, regulatory compliance, communication, and teamwork.

LifeLinc describes its mission as “Changing the Status Quo” through innovative healthcare solutions and excellent clinical quality. Its LifeLinc Academy supports provider skill development and CME credits, while LEAP is a clinical leadership training program for anesthesia providers.

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 AANA Council on Certification or its predecessor’s certification process.
• At least two years of independent experience.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate and function as a team member to accomplish applicable LifeLinc goals and functions.
• Develop standards for continuity of care and case management.
• Remain aware of and comply with applicable American Association of Nurse Anesthetists rules and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform and accurately document timely pre-anesthetic assessments and patient evaluations.
• Request consultations and diagnostic studies as appropriate.
• Select, obtain, order, or administer pre-anesthetic medications and fluids, and obtain informed consent for anesthesia.
• Provide professional anesthesia services in accordance with the standard of care and applicable laws.
• Manage patients’ airways and emergence and recovery from anesthesia.
• Release or discharge patients from post-anesthesia care and provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care for anesthesia-related side effects or complications.
• Respond to emergencies through airway management, administration of emergency fluids or drugs, or basic or advanced cardiac life support techniques.
• Perform additional nurse anesthesia responsibilities within the CRNA’s expertise.
• Attend meetings as needed.
• Work with peers to obtain required information promptly and resolve outstanding issues as appropriate.
• Support departmental teamwork by assisting coworkers, contributing ideas, and problem-solving with coworkers.

Benefits

• Professional liability coverage provided by LifeLinc.
• LifeLinc Academy offers opportunities to develop practice skills and attain CME credits.
• LEAP clinical leadership training program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level