Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist-New London, CT

Yale New Haven Health•New London, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides exceptional patient care in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise. A call CRNA is part of a core team of dedicated CRNAs who provide timely anesthetic and emergency care for patients in a 24/7 model. This position is full-time and distinguished from non-call CRNAs who have a regular, patterned schedule. A call CRNA position entails a flexible, non-pattered schedule with in-house call responsibilities including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays. A call CRNA possesses excellent clinical skills, a commitment to patient safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. A call CRNA is eligible for the call compensation program in recognition of the position and commitment to the core team.

Requirements

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Completion of Certified Nurse Anesthetist Training Program
Graduate of a Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist Council on accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs.
APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process.
CRNAs should be able to stand for long periods of time and wear lead as needed for fluoroscopy, X-Ray cases.
CRNAs must have the ability to lift 25 pounds and reach above and below shoulder height.
CRNA must be able to negotiate patient care environments and be able to move self/patients between anesthesia locations.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist AANA Certification,
State of CT RN and APRN License,
ACLS
DEA Registration and State of CT Controlled Substance Registration

Nice To Haves

Prefer clinical working experience as a CRNA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required.

Responsibilities

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) implements accurate, safe, patient centric anesthetic care.
Understands physiologic implications and anesthetic considerations of surgical procedures, constantly monitors vital signs, capnography, and pulse oximetry during anesthesia according to ASA guidelines.
The CRNA ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms, whether computer-based, paper, film, voice, or other media from unauthorized access modification, destruction, or intentional or accidental disclosure.
The CRNA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care.
The CRNA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency.
Provides exceptional patient care in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise.
Availability to work off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as part of the restricted in-house call rotation in partnership with other members of the core call team.
Willingness to respond to emergency calls and provide anesthesia services within the hospital setting.
Required to give 90 days? notice when transitioning or resigning from the call team.