Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)-HH Main-PRN

HH Health System•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

The CRNA cares for patients of all acuity levels across the lifespan in a variety of settings, providing care for procedures including surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and pain management. The position requires current competency in clinical responsibilities and the ability to provide age- and population-appropriate care in a facility setting.

Requirements

Hold an active RN license in Alabama or a compact state and comply with applicable state statutory and regulatory requirements for CRNAs.
Graduate from a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.
Hold current certification or recertification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
Demonstrate current competency in the specified clinical responsibilities.
Hold current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Be able to perform clinically as a nurse anesthetist in a facility setting on a regular basis.
Have effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrate knowledge of care appropriate to the patient populations served and of growth and development across the lifespan.
Know infection prevention and control techniques and be able to maintain confidential records and follow facility policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Provide anesthesia care to patients across the lifespan and at all acuity levels.
Care for patients undergoing surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and pain management procedures.
Operate and interpret data from equipment used for anesthesia and perioperative or operating-room care to support patient safety and well-being.
Collaborate effectively with clinical staff and other disciplines.
Assess patient data in relation to population-specific and age-specific needs.
Follow infection prevention and control techniques, maintain confidential records, and adhere to facility policies and procedures.