CRNA - $45,000 Sign-on for Full Time New Hire

DCH Health Care Authority•Tuscaloosa, AL

About The Position

Under physician supervision and following accepted and medically approved techniques and procedures, the CRNA will provide anesthesia and related services for all patients in need. The CRNA will maintain direct reporting relationship with CRNA Manager.

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.
Must be competent with anesthesia equipment and pharmaceuticals as appropriate for job.
Must have current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
Must be able 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 assessment pertinent to anesthesia orders and evaluate laboratory data and formulate a written anesthesia plan for pre, intra and post op care of surgical patients.
Able to 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.
Demonstrate a positive attitude toward working place and its requirements.
Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.