CRNA-Per Diem

Ophthalmic Consultants of Boston • Waltham, MA

76d

About The Position

Boston Eye Surgery & Laser Center (BESLC) is currently looking for a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse specializing in anesthesia services). The schedule is per diem and would primarily be located at the Boston location with coverage in Waltham as needed. The hours are M-F 7AM-5PM; Per Diem.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of a formal accredited educational program meeting the standards required by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.
• Current advanced practiced registered nurse certification from a national certification organization approved by the Board of Registration in Nursing for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.
• Licensed and registered in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through the Board of Registration in Nursing to practice as a Registered Nurse and a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

Responsibilities

• Agreement to abide by the Anesthesia Consultants of Massachusetts (ACM) policies and procedures.
• Agreement to abide and practice under the approved CRNA delineation of BESLC medical staff privileges.
• Agreement to abide by the policies and procedures of BESLC including but not limited to Blood borne pathogen standard, Universal precautions, Patient and equipment safety.
• Assessment and documentation of equipment, drugs and gas supply.
• Participation in the overall Quality Improvement Program of BESLC which monitors and evaluates quality of anesthesia care provided at BESLC's ambulatory surgery centers and takes steps to correct/improve care delivered.
• Examine patient, perform a heart and lung assessment, obtain medical history and use diagnostic tests to determine risk of anesthesia in connection with surgical procedures.
• Order laboratory tests as necessary.
• Insert peripheral intravenous catheters in patients as needed.
• Position patient on stretcher chair to maximize patient comfort and surgical accessibility.
• Under supervision of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA Lead Anesthetist (or Operating Surgeon) administer anesthetic or sedation during medical procedures, using local and/or intravenous methods.
• Monitor patient before, during, and after anesthesia and counteract any adverse reactions or complications.
• Record type and amount of anesthesia and patient condition throughout the procedure.
• Provide and maintain life support and airway management; assist in preparing patients for surgery.
• Ensure timely completion of medical records.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits
• Flexible schedule
• Great team environment

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees