SIH-CRNA

Sparrow•Ionia, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist provides anesthesia and pain management services to emergency and surgical patients for both elective and emergency procedures. The position supports UMH Sparrow Eaton and Ionia and may occasionally provide anesthesia support at other University of Michigan Health locations. The CRNA rotates on-call coverage with other Medical Staff members and participates in departmental meetings, quality management, and peer review activities. The role collaborates with the Medical Director and Hospital staff to develop, maintain, and update anesthesia protocols; discusses performance, quality improvement, and efficiency with the Medical Director and/or CEO; and supports the Hospital’s services and community image. The CRNA must use Hospital equipment and facilities carefully, report observed or potential defects promptly, support the organization’s mission, values, and customer service initiatives, and follow its policies, procedures, and compliance guidelines. Additional duties may be assigned or the role’s duties modified by leadership.

Requirements

Licensed to practice as a registered professional nurse in Michigan.
Certified by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) as a certified registered nurse anesthetist.
At least one year of RN work experience in an acute care nursing setting.
At least two years of CRNA work experience.
Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools.
Good communication skills and the ability to instill confidence in patients.
Interest in pharmaceutical chemistry and stamina to focus for long periods.
Ability to tolerate long and irregular hours and to work weekends or be on call as required.
Advanced knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to patient care, including HIPAA confidentiality and Joint Commission mandates.
Written and computer skills needed to prepare required documentation.
Interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other health care professionals.
Mental ability to address patients’ concerns and emotional needs and respond appropriately to stressful or emergency situations.
Physical ability to stand for prolonged periods and transfer, lift, reposition, or assist patients, as well as set up and use equipment and devices for patient care.
Ability to use a keyboard as required for the job.

Responsibilities

Provide anesthesia and pain management services to emergency and surgical patients for elective and emergency procedures.
Support the facilities of UMH Sparrow Eaton and Ionia, and occasionally provide anesthesia support at other University of Michigan Health locations.
Rotate on-call coverage with other Medical Staff members in accordance with Hospital bylaws, rules, and regulations.
Meet periodically with the Medical Director and/or CEO to discuss performance, quality improvement, and efficiency.
Participate in departmental meetings, quality management, and peer review activities as required.
Support Hospital improvement efforts and promote its image in the community.
Collaborate with the Medical Director and Hospital staff to develop, maintain, and update anesthesia protocols.
Use Hospital equipment, supplies, and facilities carefully and promptly report observed or potential defects.
Model the organization’s mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives, and comply with policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Perform other duties reasonably required by the Hospital.