Nurse Anesthetist

Northwell • Village of Lynbrook, NY

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Anesthetist performs pre and post anesthesia assessments, assembles and checks equipment, stocks medication carts, and assists in preparing patients for surgery. This role involves administering general anesthesia, sedation, and monitored anesthesia care under direct medical supervision. Additionally, the Nurse Anesthetist provides post-anesthesia care, manages IV fluids, and orders necessary supplies and medications. All listed responsibilities are considered essential functions of the job.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program.
• Current RN license in the state of practice.
• Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital or surgical setting.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs pre and post anesthesia assessments on patients.
• Assembles supplies and equipment for anesthetic cases and checks same for safety and proper function.
• Stocks medication carts and anesthesia machines.
• Assists in expediting operating room schedule by assisting Anesthesiologist in preparing patient for surgery.
• Sets up IV fluids for each patient in pre-op holding area, and labels each with dates and times.
• Under direct medical supervision, performs general anesthesia including airway management and all levels of sedation and monitored anesthesia care in an anesthesizing location.
• Assists in post-anesthesia care, including medicating patients as needed, fluid management, respiratory weaning and endotracheal extubation.
• Checks and orders supplies and medications when needed.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees