CRNA, UPMC Leader Surgery Center, York PA

UPMC • York, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC in Central PA is seeking an experienced CRNA for a hospital-employed opportunity with our Leader Ambulatory Surgery Center in York, PA. As a member of our team, you will be a key player in expanding surgical services in central Pennsylvania and contribute to the delivery of high-quality, compassionate care. We offer a collaborative environment, an inclusive learning culture, and a commitment to work-life balance. Surgical cases include ENT, Plastic and Reconstructive, Orthopedic Surgery, GI Procedures, and Same Day Procedures. This position does not perform trauma or OB. The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery, monitors the patient's physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited CRNA program.
• Experienced CRNA.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Eligible for licensure in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required.
• Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
• Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
• Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines.
• Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs in the clinical area.
• Administers anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation; (2) anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence, (3) post-anesthesia care, and (4) peri-anesthesia clinical support functions.
• Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards.
• Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation of the QI plan.

Benefits

• Yearly CME allowance
• Protected CME training time
• Paid time off
• Two retirement plans
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Tuition discounts at the University of Pittsburgh for physicians and their immediate family
• Clinical Career Ladder

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree