CRNA per diem

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Requirements

Masters in Nursing
B SN
Current Registered Nursing license
NBCRNA certification
Graduation from a program of nurse anesthesia education accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.
Current American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) CRNA certificate
AHA ACLS and AHA BLS certification
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong customer service orientation.
Demonstrate competency in all areas of practice

Nice To Haves

1-2 years CRNA experience preferred.
New CRNA grads accepted.

Responsibilities

Using proper techniques, works with attending anesthesiologist to administer anesthetics.
Performs anesthetist duties under supervision, as outlined and planned by the attending anesthesiologist.
Monitors patients on an on-going basis, evaluates outcomes and adjusts care to ensure optimum coordination of care.
Participates with attending anesthesiologist in pre-operative assessment, formulation and implementation of the anesthetic plan, initiation of the post-operative pain regimen, and administration of controlled substances according to all applicable HSS policies and procedures.
Transfers patients from the operating room to the post anesthesia care unit with appropriate monitoring and interventions.
Transfers care appropriately to the PACU team, including appropriate sign out.
Starts PCA pumps when indicated .
Promotes a professional atmosphere through courteous communication, cooperation, and respect for patients, families, visitors and members of the health care team.
Fosters open communication and assists physician in maintaining timely and open communication with nursing, ancillary services and other disciplines as .
Observes and respects the privacy and confidentiality of information in accordance with HIPAA policies and procedures.
Adheres to Hospital policy regarding Corporate Compliance; Code of Conduct and Standards of Care.
Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety in order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for patients, families, visitors and staff.
Accurately documents presence in operating room and plan of anesthetic care to maintain accurate patient records.
Maintains appropriate level of competency in using electronic medical record and other required systems.
Demonstrates the proper use , storage , and disposal of controlled substances as per department, hospital and state regulations.