CRNA - Anesthesia

DCH Health System • Tuscaloosa, AL

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About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will provide anesthesia and related services under physician supervision, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients throughout the surgical process. This role involves selecting and administering appropriate anesthesia techniques and medications, performing assessments, and managing emergency situations. The CRNA will maintain a direct reporting relationship with the CRNA Manager and adhere to established standards and procedures.

Requirements

• Current Alabama RN license.
• Graduation from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia.
• Initial certification and current recertification with the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
• Competence with anesthesia equipment and pharmaceuticals appropriate for the job.
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Ability to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer anesthesia techniques, medications, and adjunct drugs appropriate to the individual patient within established procedures, pre, intra, and postoperatively.
• Review patient charts, perform physical assessments pertinent to anesthesia orders, and evaluate laboratory data to formulate a written anesthesia plan for surgical patients.
• Perform endotracheal intubation and extubation, as well as invasive therapy and/or monitoring.
• Identify and manage emergency situations, including CPR.
• Communicate and cooperate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for all customers.
• Maintain performance, patient and employee satisfaction, and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Perform compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards, creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues, and self.
• Utilize electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed