CRNA – Anesthesia West Union (1.0 FTE)

Memorial Hospital of Boscobel • Palmer, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Emplify Health by Gundersen Palmer Lutheran is seeking a full time CRNA to join our community-oriented surgical team in West Union, IA. This position offers autonomy with a team approach supporting a variety of case types including general, ortho, endoscopy, ophthalmology, podiatry, obstetrics and other out-patient services. Care for all age groups from neonates to geriatrics. We offer a generous base salary. Schedule is rotating, including 24 hour on-call. West Union is a rural community in beautiful NE Iowa. Enjoy your life and practice in West Union, the county seat for Fayette County. Our town has been designated a Green Main Street community with many outdoor recreational opportunities, a wonderful school system, and a robust community. The population base for West Union and surrounding rural communities is approximately 21,000. A state-of-the-art, completely remodeled, full-service hospital is attached to the clinic. Emplify Health by Gundersen West Union is: A Critical Access Hospital with license for 25 beds, and Emergency Department A member of Gundersen Health System which comprises 7 hospitals and 33 clinics. We bring care close to home for our patients in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa.  Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. Emplify Health by Gundersen is: A physician-led, not-for profit healthcare system Located throughout western Wisconsin, northeastern Iowa and southeastern Minnesota caring for patients in 22 counties A regional referral center with regional hospitals A teaching hospital with 325 beds and a Level II Trauma and Emergency Center The designated Western Academic Campus for the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine & Public Health Emplify Health by Gundersen offers an excellent benefits package that includes paid malpractice, paid license renewal, salary continuation, CME funds as well as days, vacation and sick time and strong retirement package to include both 401k match as well as organization paid base retirement contribution. Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems, Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities. As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we have headquarters in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive network includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we are committed to delivering primary, specialty and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities. You will find that we live our values every day which is a BREATH of all things good. Belonging, Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Teamwork and Humility. West Union is a welcoming, family-friendly community in the heart of northeast Iowa. The town is a vibrant community that perfectly blends modern convenience with rural charm. Known for its strong sense of community and rich history, West Union offers a unique opportunity to live in an area where you are truly valued. The town’s picturesque surroundings, including beautiful Echo Valley State Park, provide endless opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and fishing. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and a welcoming atmosphere. West Union is an ideal spot for a physician looking to make a lasting impact while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance. It is not just a place to practice medicine – it is a place to truly call home. For more information about West Union, IA visit http://www.westunion.com/

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia.
• Current Iowa RN license, ARNP credentials, certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, and DEA registration required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certification required.
• Minimum of one year CRNA experience required.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of nursing principles and procedures, all types of and methods of administration of anesthetic agents, contraindications of anesthesia procedures to patients, remedial measures to relieve adverse development in patients’ conditions and precautionary measures necessary for safe usage of anesthetic agents.
• Must possess knowledge of standard operating room methods, equipment and procedures; knows how to position patients for various types of operation and is able to use endotracheal equipment and do venipunctures; must possess a thorough familiarity with all pharmacological effects of various anesthetic agents with physiological symptoms of each and with legal aspects of certain types of surgery; ability to function independently under general guidance of the surgeon and the policies and procedures of the institution; duties require independent action and judgment; utilizes time management, communication, planning delegating and problem solving in providing service; follows general guidelines prescribed by standard policies and procedures; utilizes expanded skills of group leading, education, consulting, negotiating and collaboration in providing care; must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills; requires physical strength to lift patients/ equipment; frequently requires the ability to transfer patients with the assistance of one or more people; must be able to exert at least 25 pounds of force to assist with patient care; finite rapid eye/hand coordination required to operate technical devises associated with patient care; must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• The CRNA provides a safe anesthetic experience for assigned patients.
• Provides pre and post op procedural assessment, patient education and counseling to ascertain understanding of the service provided.
• Provides care to patients receiving all levels of anesthesia, observes conditions of anesthetized patients and takes necessary remedial measures as directed to counteract unfavorable conditions and ensures postoperative anesthesia recovery.
• Ensures all equipment utilized in the administration of anesthesia care is in working condition
• Ensures that all supplies utilized in the administration of anesthesia care are stocked appropriately in carts or supply areas in the department
• Ensures that an informed consent is obtained for anesthesia
• Selects, applies and inserts appropriate monitoring modalities for continuous evaluation of patient status
• Demonstrates the ability to respond to emergency situations within established parameters
• Ensures documentation of all pertinent patient information meets organizational standards
• Assists in assuring the establishment and maintenance of standards of care and standards of practice
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining certification and competency
• Demonstrates knowledge of current standards of practice and ability to teach and apply to daily practice
• Considers all factors related to safety, effectiveness and efficiency in planning and delivering patient care
• Assures compliance with all applicable regulations
• Performs and documents pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of patients
• Develops and implements an anesthesia plan and implements general, regional, local and sedation techniques appropriately
• Manages the patients airway and pulmonary status using current appropriate modalities
• Facilitates emergence and recovery form anesthesia by administering appropriate adjunctive care and ventilator support
• Discharges patients from post-anesthesia care/provides post anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care
• Makes decisions and takes actions on behalf of patients that are guided by ethical standards including maintaining confidentiality and delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner
• Acts as a resource person for decisions and planning regarding CRNA services
• Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of patient care delivery. Acts on findings including making recommendations to Administration
• Maintains professional accountability for own development and practice
• Interacts positively with surgeons and other staff

Benefits

• paid malpractice
• paid license renewal
• salary continuation
• CME funds as well as days
• vacation and sick time
• strong retirement package to include both 401k match as well as organization paid base retirement contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees