CRNA - SOM Anesthesiology

University of Mississippi Medical Center

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About The Position

The CRNA - SOM Anesthesiology position at the University of Mississippi Medical Center involves assessing patient care needs and providing anesthetic care for surgical patients. The role includes administering various types of anesthetics for surgical, obstetrical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. The CRNA will consult preoperatively with patients regarding their anesthetic needs, monitor their reactions to anesthesia, and adjust care accordingly.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited CRNA program.
• Current certification as a certified registered nurse anesthetist from the Mississippi Board of Nursing or in another state.
• Must be a certified registered nurse anesthetist at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating treatments and procedures.
• Evaluates patients preoperatively to assess physical status and anesthetic risks and prepares for anesthetic treatment.
• Administers medically directed anesthetics during surgical, obstetric, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Responds to critical patient care needs related to invasive monitoring, IV access, and airway management.
• Conducts pre-and post-anesthesia evaluations including explanation of plan, obtaining informed consent, and follow-up on any postoperative complications.
• Educates, instructs, and mentors student nurse anesthetists, residents, and other allied health professionals.
• Contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and others upon request.
• Reports case-based quality and safety issues and develops and evaluates improvement measures to ensure safety and performance improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree