Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Benefit eligible, PDO position)

MNGI•Plymouth, MN

33d•$132 - $142•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will provide safe, high-quality patient care for individuals receiving monitored anesthesia care in Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs). This role involves assessing, preparing, and monitoring patients before, during, and after procedures, and administering anesthesia services in accordance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and established protocols. The CRNA will monitor patient responses, intervene appropriately, and collaborate with other healthcare team members. They will independently manage anesthesia care within their scope of practice, support patient recovery, and maintain accurate clinical documentation. Participation in quality improvement initiatives is also expected. Patient care is delivered in accordance with standards established by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) and the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA).

Requirements

Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.
Current Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure.
Current certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Meets MNGI Digestive Health's credentialing, privileging, and professional liability insurance requirements.
Demonstrates competency in nurse anesthesia clinical practice.
Gastrointestinal system knowledge
Knowledge of principles for providing compassionate care
Knowledge of infection control practices
Knowledge of emergency response
Proficiency in word processing
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook email exchange
Compassionate patient care skills
Active listening skills
Problem-solving, prioritization, and critical thinking skills
Attention to detail
Organization and time management skills
Strong Assessment Skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in urgent situations

Nice To Haves

Experience providing anesthesia care in ambulatory surgery, endoscopy, gastroenterology, or other procedural settings is preferred but not required.
Successful candidates must satisfy MNGI's reference verification requirements.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, high-quality patient care for individuals receiving monitored anesthesia care in the Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs).
Assess, prepare, and monitor patients before, during, and after procedures requiring monitored anesthesia care.
Administer anesthesia services in accordance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and established protocols.
Monitor patient responses during procedures and intervene appropriately to support patient safety and positive outcomes.
Collaborate with Anesthesiologists, Proceduralists, nursing staff, and other healthcare team members to deliver coordinated patient care.
Independently manage anesthesia care within the scope of CRNA practice and organizational guidelines.
Support patient recovery and evaluate readiness for discharge following procedures.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation related to anesthesia care and patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical practice initiatives as assigned.
Perform additional clinical and non-clinical duties and departmental responsibilities as needed.
Pre-anesthesia assessment and patient risk stratification using evidence-based practices
Ordering and reviewing laboratory and diagnostic studies, as appropriate
Pre-anesthetic medication management
Administration of anesthesia and adjunct medications
Local infiltration and topical anesthesia techniques
Sedation techniques
Airway assessment and management
Invasive and non-invasive patient monitoring
Mechanical ventilation and oxygen therapy
Fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base management
Peripheral intravenous and arterial catheter placement
Acute and chronic pain management
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation management
Post-anesthesia recovery and discharge management