Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

18h

About The Position

The Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist (GRNA) is a new graduate role designed to support the transition to competent, successful practice as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at Loma Linda University Medical Center and Loma Linda University Children’s Hospital. Under the supervision of a CRNA or anesthesiologist who is directly available throughout the anesthesia course at affiliated sites, the GRNA provides comprehensive anesthesia care, including general anesthesia, procedure-related sedation, and regional techniques. The position serves patients from neonatal age through later adulthood and follows applicable CRNA scope-of-practice requirements, institutional policies and protocols, and state and federal regulations. The position is full-time, day shift, with a maximum duration of one year. A $9,000 sign-on bonus may be available subject to eligibility requirements. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia.
• Hold a valid California Registered Nurse license.
• Hold current certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
• Hold valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
• Be able to read, write legibly, and speak English with professional quality.
• Be able to use computer and software programs necessary for the position and troubleshoot and calibrate patient-care equipment.
• Be able to communicate positively, effectively, and professionally; follow and enforce policies consistently; remain calm and courteous under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, collaborate, and accept direction.
• Be able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and by telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math; manage multiple assignments; problem-solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information accurately; and attend closely to detail.
• Have the sensory abilities needed for patient care, including distinguishing colors and smells, hearing conversation and workplace sounds, seeing computer screens and written materials, and discerning temperature differences through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience providing anesthesia care as a CRNA or student nurse anesthetist within the last twelve months.
• Spanish-speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive anesthesia care, including general anesthesia, procedure-related sedation, and regional techniques.
• Determine age-specific anesthesia plans before induction for patients from neonatal age through later adulthood.
• Communicate effectively throughout the anesthetic episode.
• Apply theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expand anesthesia knowledge and clinical skills.
• Use discretion and independent judgment in delivering whole-person care.
• Practice within the CRNA scope of practice and follow LLUMC policies, protocols, techniques, guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
• Use interpersonal skills to support customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism.
• Contribute to a caring and cooperative work environment among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Benefits

• May be eligible for a $9,000 sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed