Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Anesthesiology

Washington University in St. Louis

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Administers anesthesia, monitors patient’s vital signs, and oversees patient recovery from anesthesia; assists anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other members of the healthcare team during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.

Requirements

• B.S.N. - Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Red Cross
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
• Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA) - American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA)
• Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

• D.N.P. - Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia
• Adaptability
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Anesthesia Monitoring
• Anesthesiology
• BLS for Healthcare Providers
• Clinical Anesthesia
• Critical Thinking
• Detail-Oriented
• Interpersonal Communication
• Patient Care
• Patient Care Documentation
• Patient Monitoring
• Recordkeeping
• Time Management
• Vital Signs

Responsibilities

• Reviews schedule of cases assigned daily and studies lab values and physical findings in pre-anesthetic examination.
• Determines in consultation with an anesthesiologist the choice of anesthetic technique and appropriate monitoring for each patient.
• Ascertains that blood of proper type is available when indicated and operative permit is properly signed.
• Explains procedure to patients, including risks and benefits.
• Assembles supplies and equipment in operating room.
• Selects solutions to be administered for fluid replacement.
• Administers anesthetic agents to maintain patient in surgical anesthetic state.
• Places both noninvasive and invasive monitors as indicated to monitors patient’s blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, color and fluid loss and watches for significant physical changes.
• Keeps surgeon and anesthesiologist informed of patient’s condition.
• Records condition of patient prior to, during and following administration of anesthetic and type of anesthetic used.
• Assists in moving patients to recovery room and observing condition, notifying physicians when unfavorable situations develop.
• Assists with care of patients suffering respiratory or cardiac emergency problems with airway management techniques and using Advanced Cardiac Life Support guidelines.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level