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NP Full-time
South Shore Health

PA/NP Hospital Medicine (Swing Shift Admitter)

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA
$107,000 - $224,123 / year
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22620 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Hospitalists APC PB Status: Full time Budgeted Hours: 36 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Under the general guidance of the Hospitalist Director the Nurse Practitioner will evaluate, diagnose and treat patients following written guidelines approved by the Department of Medicine. As a Hospital Medicine Provider at SSH, you will report, through the Hospitalist Program leadership team including the Lead APC’s and Program Director. You will have such duties and responsibilities as are set forth below and as may be reasonably requested by SSH from time to time. You shall perform the medical services faithfully, with due diligence and efficiency, to the best of your ability, and in accordance with the applicable standards of your profession, canons of professional ethics and all laws and SSH policies in effect from time to time. SSH recognizes that teamwork and flexibility are essential to providing 24-hour per day patient-centered care. SSH expects you to be respectful of your patients, other health care providers, and the physicians and staff of SSH. You shall be professional at all times and adhere to HIPAA standards with regard to maintaining confidentiality of patient information. You will have several different roles as a SSH Hospital Medicine Provider. These roles include admitting, rounding, and performing consults at the request of other providers. Regardless of role, you will be required to use approved SSH patient care treatment plans and order sets, when appropriate. Compensation Pay Range: $107,000.00 - $224,123.00 Essential Functions: Obtains a detailed and accurate medical history and performs a comprehensive physical exam for patients admitted to the Hospital. Orders necessary diagnostic tests, consultations and procedures as indicated or requested by the Hospital Medicine Consultant or attending physician. Identifies and manages chronic medical conditions and provides continuous care to hospitalized inpatients. Has familiarity with current guidelines regarding the assessment of the risk of a perioperative cardiovascular event for pre-operative patients (such as RCRI, and ACS-NSQIP) and pre-operative medical optimization. Prescribes medications, as necessary. Writes orders in accordance with current practice guidelines. Writes complete and comprehensive notes on all patients using appropriate electronic systems consistent with Hospital policy. Facilitates timely care, as necessary. Actively participates in the South Shore Health System readmission reduction efforts. Reviews the care of each patient with the attending physician and other consultative services. Maintains communications with referring physicians. Collaborates with the patient care team (physicians, nurses, PT/OT, case management) to develop and facilitate care plan. Proactively manages patients to prevent complications. Provides urgent evaluation to patients with changes in clinical status. Prepares patients for discharge, including patient and family discharge teaching, continuing care and rehabilitation arrangements in conjunction with Nursing and Care Progression, writing discharge prescriptions, and confirming primary care or referring physician follow-up. Prepares formal discharge summaries for or with Hospitalist. Possess the maturity, self-confidence, and ability to follow complex patient management plans as directed by the attending physician. Eligible for state and federally controlled substances registration. Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and ability to organize time and priorities effectively, asking for direction when appropriate. Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and deadline pressures. Quality Improvement: Skills to work efficiently and effectively and strive to do so in all aspects of position. JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education - This position is a licensed independent practitioner credentialed through the Medical Staff Services Office Completion of Advanced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner training program from an accredited institution. All licensure re-certifications, as required. Minimum Work Experience 2 years of Acute Medicine experience, preferred. Required Licenses / Registrations Nurse Practitioner - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts) Required Classes/Skills - ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Required additional Knowledge, and Abilities Requires DEAx number for the ability to prescribe Buprenorphine/Suboxone Demonstrated history of proficiency in the delivery of medical care to adult patients. Demonstrated successful completion of the SSH Credentialing process. Full time swing admitter. Weekend requirement Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Certified Nurse Practitioner - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)
CRNA Part-time
South Shore Health

Lead Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22690 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Anesthesia PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Under the general direction of the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations, the Lead CRNA develops, implements, and maintains a program that supports the goals of the Department of Anesthesiology and aligns with South Shore Health’s strategic initiatives and core values. This role provides leadership and coordination of administrative responsibilities including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, education, and performance evaluation of department CRNAs. The Lead CRNA also maintains clinical practice to ensure competency and alignment with departmental standards Compensation Pay Range: $133,243.24 - $240,931.38 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Recruitment & Selection Interviews and selects potential CRNA candidates in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Research and attends local recruitment events. Attend weekly HR CRNA meetings, when applicable. Collaborate with HR, Compensation, Department Chair and Director of operations to evaluate local and regional compensation quarterly for fair market value. Onboarding & Education Oversight Develops and oversees the onboarding and educational processes for new CRNAs, ensuring a structured and supportive transition to organizational standards. Collaborates with departmental leadership to develop/implement orientation programs for all new CRNAs. Acts as liaison and contact for onboarding CRNAs during the hiring process, ensuring collaboration between Anesthesia, Onboarding group and HR. Performance Follow‑Up & Feedback Provides timely follow‑up, coaching, and performance feedback to CRNAs in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Standards & Policy Development Creates, updates, and implements standards for the CRNA role as well as policies that support safe, high‑quality anesthesia care. Information Systems Collaborate with EPIC analysts and Department Chair regarding EPIC anesthesia platform utilization, workflow and evaluate for alignment with departmental practice. Scheduling Oversight Develops and oversees CRNA scheduling in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations to ensure safe and efficient daily operations at all anesthesia locations. Create departmental guidelines for scheduling, including but not limited to PTO request process, vacation selection process, CME scheduling. Manages daily schedule needs, including but not limited to sick call coverage, floating requirements and low-census PTO based on departmental needs. Proficient in scheduling programing skills to cover scheduling as needed if Scheduler is unavailable or scheduler position is vacant. See CRNA scheduler description. Review Process Completes annual CRNA performance evaluations in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Complete a 90-day review process for new employees. Team Meetings Facilitates monthly CRNA team meetings to support communication are clinical practice and relevant CRNA and Departmental information. Communicate CRNA pertinent information at monthly Department meetings, in collaboration with Department Chair. Payroll Management Manages payroll for CRNAs in accordance with organizational pay practices. Competency Documentation Maintains competency-based orientation checklists for all CRNAs and ensures documentation is current and complete. Ensure required licensures and documentation is up to date, including but not limited to Prescriptive Practice Guidelines. Quality Collaborate with the perioperative teams on intradepartmental quality improvement initiatives. Participate or designate a representative to be involved in departmental QA/QI meetings Annual Needs Assessment Conduct/coordinate ongoing educational needs assessment for the CRNA team. Coordinate in-services, guest speakers etc to meet needs of the department. Mandatory Education Coordination Coordinates and assists with mandatory education, ensuring completion and compliance. Department Website Maintain and update pertinent departmental website information surrounding departmental anesthesia practices and operations. Pharmacy Collaborate with OR pharmacy regarding medication use in operating room Assist in monitoring-controlled substance audits to ensure compliance. Anesthesia Technicians Collaborate with Anesthesia Techs as pertinent departmental practices and procedures, new equipment and changes as appropriate. Support growth and development of the Anesthesia Techs. Program Development Develops educational programs based on identified needs and departmental goals. Maintains a continued and proactive approach to newly identified departmental educational needs throughout the year. Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist (SRNA) Collaborate with SRNA coordinator to support a safe and structured training location for SRNAs. Metric Program Collaborate with Department Chair and Directory of Anesthesia operations to manage and maintain eligible CRNAs in departmental metric program. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide comprehensive pre‑anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Verify patient identity and obtain appropriate health history. Recommend, request, and evaluate pertinent diagnostic studies. Document pre‑anesthetic evaluation and obtain informed consent. Select, prepare, and administer anesthetic agents and adjunct medications. Communicate effectively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and procedural teams regarding changes in patient condition. Provide anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Insert invasive lines and catheters as appropriate. Perform tracheal intubation, extubation, and advanced airway management. Provide mechanical ventilation management. Perform venous and arterial punctures and obtain blood samples. Perform and manage regional anesthesia techniques. Manage fluid, blood, electrolyte, and acid base balance. Provide perianesthetic invasive and non‑invasive monitoring. Recognize and treat cardiac dysrhythmias. Evaluate patient response during emergence and recovery. Provide post anesthesia follow-up and evaluate potential complications. Maintain clinical practice to ensure ongoing competency and licensure. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in nursing or relevant undergraduate degree. Current RN license. Two years of leadership experience preferred Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program. State Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) designation. ACLS and BLS required; PALS preferred. Skilled in airway management and acute pain management techniques. Strong patient assessment skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in current anesthesia practices and techniques. Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication, customer service, adaptability, and change management. Proficiency in word-processing and PC applications. An annual stipend $20,000 and 4 hrs weekly of paid administrative time Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Certified Nurse Practitioner - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Physician Assistant - Board of Registration of Physician Assistants (Massachusetts)
CRNA Part-time
South Shore Health

CRNA - per diem

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22645 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Anesthesia PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Varied Shifts (United States of America) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) are advanced practice nurses responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Due to their specialized skill set, they are experts in critical care and airway management. Compensation Pay Range: $185.00 - $185.00 Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care on the unit. Requirements Skilled in airway management techniques and chronic pain management. Must possess superb communication and interpersonal skills. Solid understanding of current anesthesia practices and techniques. Strong patient assessment skills Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in oral communication, written communication, interpersonal relations, customer service, adaptability, and change management Demonstrated knowledge of and skill in word processing PC applications Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or relevant undergraduate degree. Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Minimum of 2 years’ experience working as a CRNA in an acute setting. RN License required V alid state APRN Recognition preferred Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) required ACLS BLS varied Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Certified RN Anesthetist - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)
RN NICU Part-time
South Shore Health

NICU RN 24hr Day position

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA
$38.20 - $77.39 / hour
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22348 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH NICU Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 24 Shift: Day (United States of America) The Messina Family Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at South Shore Hospital is the first and only Level III NICU located in a community hospital in Massachusetts. The Level III Messina Family NICU and the Level II Andrade Family Special Care Nursery enable us to care for babies born at any time in pregnancy who have a wide range of medical conditions. The unit is staffed by doctors, nurses, and respiratory therapists with specific training in the care of ill, premature, and recovery newborns. Our NICU doctors are dually affiliated with both South Shore Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital. ***3-5 years current NICU RN experience required*** Compensation Pay Range: $38.20 - $77.39 1. Medication Administration a. Demonstrates knowledge of and follows SSH policies and procedures for administering, transcribing, and recording medications. b. Completes medication reconciliation process following SSH policy and procedure. c. Demonstrates proper procedure for the documentation of narcotic withdrawal, administration, verifies count, wastes per policy and resolves narcotic discrepancy. 2. Plan of care/Documentation/Patient Family Centered Care/Patient Experience Develops, discusses, and communicates a prioritized problem list/plan of care for each patient. a. Develop, evaluate and update individualized plan of care for patient and documents outcomes. b. Initiating admission assessment within 8 hours of admissions, identifies and documents patient/family/significant other teaching needs upon admission and throughout hospitalization. c. Continues assessment/reassessment and identifies care needs within established nursing practice. d. Documents all patient care following the department of nursing policy, unit based standards, disease processes (CHF, PNA vaccines) and nurse sensitive indicators (falls, skin, CAUTI) e. Assess/reassesses and documents patient's level of comfort utilizing the appropriate pain scale and the patient's response to each intervention both pharmacological and non-pharmacological per South Shore Hospital policy. f. Works on behalf of patient /family. Seeks help to represent patient/family when they are unable to represent themselves. g. Raises ethical questions and concerns with clinical team. Seeks available resources to help formulate and understand ethical decisions. h. Actively communicates plan of day via white board updating every shift. i. Facilitates discharge/transfer by goal of 12:00pm, communicates barriers utilizing chain of command. 3. Safety/Quality - Foster's a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a. Verifies patient identification with two identifiers prior to the start of any invasive procedure, including "time out", administration of care, medications, labeled specimen's an documents confirming the correct patient, procedure, site, equipment and consent. b. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing. Adheres to universal precautions, makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times and appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. Maintains awareness of MSDS sheets and how to access. c. Ensures environment meets regulatory requirements at all times. d. Understands and is able to demonstrate individual roles and responsibilities in the event of hospital codes/emergency preparedness. 4. Professional Development: Assumes overall responsibility for own professional development by incorporating evidenced-based practice, research, and performance improvement initiatives as a part of ongoing nursing practice. a. Obtains at least 5 contact hours per year in area of practice. b. Practices within the legal boundaries of MA Nurse Practice Act. Directs other licenses and non-licensed personnel as assigned. c. Displays the ability to accept and respond appropriately to feedback and recommendations for change. d. Demonstrates professional working relationships with colleagues from all disciplines to promote a positive/encouraging workplace. e. Critical Thinking: analyzes causes of problems, identifies and evaluates alternative solutions, and selects appropriate solution, and communicates appropriately and effectively utilizing chain of command. f. Accountable for being informed about changes in hospital policy and procedure. 5. Technology: Utilizes technological solutions to work processes and practices. a. Access Lotus Notes to review email, learning management and other resources as applicable to RN role. b. Utilizes software applications required by department and unit standards. c. Accountable to understand how to operate in downtime. 6. Compliance a. Works within legal, regulatory and ethical standards relevant to the position. b. Complies with applicable policies and procedures. c. Safeguards the privacy and security of patient information. The employee compiles will policies and procedures relating to SSH’s privacy and security programs. d. Brings potential compliance issues to a manager, supervisor, director or VP. e. Complies with the mandatory education requirements of the compliance, privacy and security programs. 7. Patient and Family Centered Care a. Conveys respect for values, preferences, and expressed needs of the patient and family. b. Recognizes the patient, and family according to patient preferences, as important members of the health care team. c. Collaborates with the patient, and family according to patient preferences, in planning, implementing, and evaluating care. d. Welcomes the presence and participation of family members at all times according to patient preferences, regardless of rounds, change of shift, or other events on unit. 8. Age & Culture a. Possesses age and cultural knowledge and awareness. b. Considers the individual needs of each person with whom they interact. c. Interacts with sensitivity in the delivery of care/services of diverse populations as needed. d. Effectively utilizes resources to provide care/services - such as, interpreter services and on-line sources. Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Minimum Work Experience Previous Acute Care RN experience preferred Required Licenses/Certifications RN - Registered Nurse Depending on department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, Emergency Response Training Certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) Certification may be required (12) hr day shift (7:00am-7:30pm) every 3rd weekend and 3rd holiday rotation. Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR-Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), OB- Emergency Response Training (ERT) - SSH Education & Training, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Trauma Care After Resuscitation (TCAR) - TCAR Education Programs, Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - Emergency Nurses Association - (ENA)
CRNA Part-time
South Shore Health

Lead Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA
$80,582.71 - $183,096.47 / year
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-22622 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Anesthesia PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 0 Shift: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America) Under the general direction of the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations, the Lead CRNA develops, implements, and maintains a program that supports the goals of the Department of Anesthesiology and aligns with South Shore Health’s strategic initiatives and core values. This role provides leadership and coordination of administrative responsibilities including hiring, onboarding, training, scheduling, education, and performance evaluation of department CRNAs. The Lead CRNA also maintains clinical practice to ensure competency and alignment with departmental standards Compensation Pay Range: $80,582.71 - $183,096.47 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Recruitment & Selection Interviews and selects potential CRNA candidates in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Research and attends local recruitment events. Attend weekly HR CRNA meetings, when applicable. Collaborate with HR, Compensation, Department Chair and Director of operations to evaluate local and regional compensation quarterly for fair market value. Onboarding & Education Oversight Develops and oversees the onboarding and educational processes for new CRNAs, ensuring a structured and supportive transition to organizational standards. Collaborates with departmental leadership to develop/implement orientation programs for all new CRNAs. Acts as liaison and contact for onboarding CRNAs during the hiring process, ensuring collaboration between Anesthesia, Onboarding group and HR. Performance Follow‑Up & Feedback Provides timely follow‑up, coaching, and performance feedback to CRNAs in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Standards & Policy Development Creates, updates, and implements standards for the CRNA role as well as policies that support safe, high‑quality anesthesia care. Information Systems Collaborate with EPIC analysts and Department Chair regarding EPIC anesthesia platform utilization, workflow and evaluate for alignment with departmental practice. Scheduling Oversight Develops and oversees CRNA scheduling in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations to ensure safe and efficient daily operations at all anesthesia locations. Create departmental guidelines for scheduling, including but not limited to PTO request process, vacation selection process, CME scheduling. Manages daily schedule needs, including but not limited to sick call coverage, floating requirements and low-census PTO based on departmental needs. Proficient in scheduling programing skills to cover scheduling as needed if Scheduler is unavailable or scheduler position is vacant. See CRNA scheduler description. Review Process Completes annual CRNA performance evaluations in collaboration with the Department Chair and the Director of Anesthesia Operations. Complete a 90-day review process for new employees. Team Meetings Facilitates monthly CRNA team meetings to support communication are clinical practice and relevant CRNA and Departmental information. Communicate CRNA pertinent information at monthly Department meetings, in collaboration with Department Chair. Payroll Management Manages payroll for CRNAs in accordance with organizational pay practices. Competency Documentation Maintains competency-based orientation checklists for all CRNAs and ensures documentation is current and complete. Ensure required licensures and documentation is up to date, including but not limited to Prescriptive Practice Guidelines. Quality Collaborate with the perioperative teams on intradepartmental quality improvement initiatives. Participate or designate a representative to be involved in departmental QA/QI meetings Annual Needs Assessment Conduct/coordinate ongoing educational needs assessment for the CRNA team. Coordinate in-services, guest speakers etc to meet needs of the department. Mandatory Education Coordination Coordinates and assists with mandatory education, ensuring completion and compliance. Department Website Maintain and update pertinent departmental website information surrounding departmental anesthesia practices and operations. Pharmacy Collaborate with OR pharmacy regarding medication use in operating room Assist in monitoring-controlled substance audits to ensure compliance. Anesthesia Technicians Collaborate with Anesthesia Techs as pertinent departmental practices and procedures, new equipment and changes as appropriate. Support growth and development of the Anesthesia Techs. Program Development Develops educational programs based on identified needs and departmental goals. Maintains a continued and proactive approach to newly identified departmental educational needs throughout the year. Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist (SRNA) Collaborate with SRNA coordinator to support a safe and structured training location for SRNAs. Metric Program Collaborate with Department Chair and Directory of Anesthesia operations to manage and maintain eligible CRNAs in departmental metric program. CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES Provide comprehensive pre‑anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Verify patient identity and obtain appropriate health history. Recommend, request, and evaluate pertinent diagnostic studies. Document pre‑anesthetic evaluation and obtain informed consent. Select, prepare, and administer anesthetic agents and adjunct medications. Communicate effectively with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and procedural teams regarding changes in patient condition. Provide anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Insert invasive lines and catheters as appropriate. Perform tracheal intubation, extubation, and advanced airway management. Provide mechanical ventilation management. Perform venous and arterial punctures and obtain blood samples. Perform and manage regional anesthesia techniques. Manage fluid, blood, electrolyte, and acid base balance. Provide perianesthetic invasive and non‑invasive monitoring. Recognize and treat cardiac dysrhythmias. Evaluate patient response during emergence and recovery. Provide post anesthesia follow-up and evaluate potential complications. Maintain clinical practice to ensure ongoing competency and licensure. REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in nursing or relevant undergraduate degree. Current RN license. Two years of leadership experience preferred Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program. State Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) designation. ACLS and BLS required; PALS preferred. Skilled in airway management and acute pain management techniques. Strong patient assessment skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated proficiency in current anesthesia practices and techniques. Demonstrated skill in oral and written communication, customer service, adaptability, and change management. Proficiency in word-processing and PC applications. An annual stipend $20,000 and 4 hrs weekly of paid administrative time Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Certified Nurse Practitioner - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts), Physician Assistant - Board of Registration of Physician Assistants (Massachusetts)
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