Academic CRNA

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Morgantown, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. This position is a blend of the clinical and academic roles of the certified registered nurse anesthetist. In the clinical role, the CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients and procedures in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. This position administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery/procedures. Provide continuous vigilant observation of patients by monitoring the patient’s physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the surgeon or anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. In the academic role, the CRNA serves as a Lecturer in the WVU School of Nursing’s DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program. The Lecturer works collaboratively with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director, reports to the Department Chair, and functions as a nurse anesthetist academic and clinical faculty member. In the academic role, the Lecturer is responsible for graduate-level course management, in-class and simulation instruction, student advising and DNP project mentoring, depending on the individual CRNA’s qualifications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Master’s degree from an accredited institution. 2. An unencumbered nursing license, or if out of state, be eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the state of West Virginia. 3. Active certification or recertification as a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). EXPERIENCE: 1. Three to five years of clinical practice as a CRNA clinician. 2. Experience with academic education, preferably within a nurse anesthetist program, including curriculum development, evaluation, and instruction. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Clinical Duties 1. Maintains patient safety at all times. 2. Maintains excellence in airway management and shall be familiar in the usage of all airway adjuncts. i.e., video laryngoscope, fiberoptic scope, ILMA, etc. 3. CRNAs shall work within their scope of delineated clinical privileges. 4. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize risks of infection of patients, and other health care professionals. 5. Maintains the appropriate confidentiality of patient information at all times. 6. Participates in the pre-anesthetic evaluation of the patients and the selection of anesthetic agents and techniques. 7. Performs appropriate techniques of the anesthetic plan such as, but not limited to, insertion of intravenous catheters, insertion of invasive monitoring catheters according to established protocol; endotracheal intubation and extubation; performing arterial punctures for interpretation of arterial blood gases. 8. Monitors the patient’s physical response to the anesthetic and informs the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist of any adverse condition. Manage the anesthesia process to include induction, maintenance, and emergence of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia cases. Recognize abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or form of therapy. Initiate corrective measures. Determine the need for additional laboratory tests and provide resuscitative care as necessary. Evaluate and manage the patient in the immediate post-operative period. 9. Administers IV fluids relative to the patient’s medical history and surgical procedure. Administer blood products after obtaining a hematocrit and then consultation with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist. 10. Documents the patient status in the anesthesia record appropriately. 11. Performs all required safety and performance checks on anesthesia-related equipment and verify the appropriate supplies before initiating care. Procure and assemble equipment and supplies as indicated if anesthesia tech is not available. 12. Reviews appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site during SBAR with circulating RN and holding room RN. Participates in surgical pause in the OR with entire surgical team in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. 13. Communicates appropriately with all individuals involved in the peri-operative and post-operative care of the patient. 14. In a life-threatening emergency, functions responsibly by providing anesthesia care in the absence of an anesthesiologist. 15. Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, SRNAs in the clinical area. 16. Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines. 17. Maintains a level of professionalism at all times. Academic Duties 18. Serves on appointed committees of the program and assists with admissions of nurse anesthetist cohorts. 19. Designs and provides expert instruction to nurse anesthetist program students in didactic, simulation, and clinic settings through innovative approaches. 20. DNP committee participation, including advising as a Faculty of Record for up to 8 DNP projects. 21.Completes appropriate programmatic documentation according to COA and West Virginia University School of Nursing policies including program philosophy, objectives, master schedule, organizational charts, administrative policies and procedures, budget information, committee meeting minutes, hospital statistics and data, current course outlines, objectives, examinations and testing materials, and self-study reports. 22. Serves as a role model for clinical excellence. 23. Responsive and accessible to student inquiries. 24. Promotes a climate of collegiality and teamwork throughout the school. 25. Exemplifies and promotes ethical and professional standards for individual and organizational behavior and decision-making. 26. Maintains current education and clinical skills to pursue excellence in job performance, to cope with a dynamic academic and clinical environment, and to ensure success of the program. 27. Maintains CRNA certification and active practice as a CRNA. 28. Networks with internal and external constituencies to promote the interests of the DNP Nurse Anesthetist program within the School and to establish significant professional relationships with peers. 29. Represents the DNP and Nurse Anesthetist programs to external audiences, and represents the interests of the School of Nursing. 30. Establishes, strengthens, and maintains program relations between and among the School of Nursing; the broader community of West Virginia University; West Virginia University Health System; the state; and government agencies and officials. 31. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 2. Must deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations; ability to maintain composure. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. May be in close contact with individuals who have infectious diseases and with toxic, harmful, or potentially hazardous compounds, solutions, and medications. 2. Must observe rigid, standardized guidelines to guard against disease and other dangers, such as those posed by radiation, accidental needle sticks, chemicals used to sterilize instruments, and anesthetics. In addition, may be vulnerable to back injury when moving patients. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Demonstrated evidence of strong interpersonal and communications skills. 2. Requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. 3. Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. 4. Ability to work congenially with individual differences in ability, personality, and interests. 5. May be required to be on call or work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8000 UHA Anesthesiology Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

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CRNA - Community Practice - Part-Time

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Fairmont, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. This position provides anesthetic care for all types of patients and procedures in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery/procedures. Provide continuous vigilant observation of patients by monitoring the patient’s physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. Will provide anesthetics in non-academic facilities and will be required to safely maintain a high volume, rapid pace environment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. C urrent licensure as a Registered Nurse, and APRN (Nurse Anesthetist) in the State of West Virginia is required. 2. Board Certified or Recertified by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Maintains excellence in airway management and usage of all airway adjuncts. i.e., bullard, fiberoptic scope, ILMA, etc. 2. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize risks of infection of patients, and other health care professionals. 3. Participates in the pre-anesthetic evaluation of the patients and the selection of anesthetic agents and techniques. 4. Performs appropriate techniques of the anesthetic plan such as, but not limited to, insertion of intravenous catheters, insertion of invasive monitoring catheters according to established protocol; endotracheal intubation and extubation; performing arterial punctures for interpretation of arterial blood gases. 5. Monitors patient’s physical response to the anesthetic and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition. Manages the anesthesia process to include induction, maintenance, and emergence of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia cases. Recognizes abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or form of therapy. Initiate corrective measures. 6. Determines the need for additional laboratory tests and provide resuscitative care as necessary. Evaluates and manages the patient in the immediate post-operative period. 6. Administers IV fluids relative to the patient’s medical history and surgical procedure. Administers blood products after obtaining a hematocrit and then consultation with the anesthesiologist. 7. Appropriately documents the patient status in the anesthesia record. 8. Performs all required safety and performance checks on anesthesia-related equipment and verify the appropriate supplies before initiating care. Procures and assemble equipment and supplies as indicated if anesthesia tech is not available. 9. In accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards, reviews appropriate documentation for informed consent and identifies appropriate surgical site during SBAR with circulating RN and holding room RN. Participates in surgical pause in the OR with entire surgical team in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. 10. Communicates appropriately with all individuals involved in the peri-operative and post-operative care of the patient. 11. In a life-threatening emergency, functions responsibly by providing anesthesia care in the absence of an anesthesiologist. 12. Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, SRNAs, and medical students in the clinical area. 13. Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines. 14. Efficiently provide anesthetics conducive to rapid turnover and high case volume. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8000 UHA Anesthesiology Address: 1325 Locust Avenue Fairmont West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

CRNA

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3 days ago

PRN CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Martinsburg, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. This position provides anesthetic care for all types of patients and procedures in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. This position administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery/procedures. Provide continuous vigilant observation of patients by monitoring the patient’s physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the surgeon/anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of West Virginia, or applicable state where services will be performed. 2. Board certified or recertified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 1. Maintains Patient safety at all times. 2. Maintains excellence in airway management and shall be familiar in the usage of all airway adjuncts. i.e., bullard, fiberoptic scope, ILMA, etc. 3. CRNAs shall work within their scope of delineated clinical privileges. 4. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize risks of infection of patients, and other health care professionals. 5. Maintains the appropriate confidentiality of patient information at all times. 6. Participates in the pre-anesthetic evaluation of the patients and the selection of anesthetic agents and techniques. 7. Performs appropriate techniques of the anesthetic plan such as, but not limited to, insertion of intravenous catheters, insertion of invasive monitoring catheters according to established protocol; endotracheal intubation and extubation; performing arterial punctures for interpretation of arterial blood gases. 8. Monitors the patient’s physical response to the anesthetic and informs the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist of any adverse condition. Manage the anesthesia process to include induction, maintenance, and emergence of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia cases. Recognize abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or form of therapy. Initiate corrective measures. Determine the need for additional laboratory tests and provide resuscitative care as necessary. Evaluate and manage the patient in the immediate post-operative period. 9. Administers IV fluids relative to the patient’s medical history and surgical procedure. Administer blood products after obtaining a hematocrit and then consultation with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist. 10. Documents the patient status in the anesthesia record appropriately. 11. Performs all required safety and performance checks on anesthesia-related equipment and verify the appropriate supplies before initiating care. Procure and assemble equipment and supplies as indicated if anesthesia tech is not available. 12. Reviews appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site during SBAR with circulating RN and holding room RN. Participates in surgical pause in the OR with entire surgical team in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. 13. Communicates appropriately with all individuals involved in the peri-operative and post-operative care of the patient. 14. In a life-threatening emergency, functions responsibly by providing anesthesia care in the absence of an anesthesiologist. 15. Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, SRNAs in the clinical area. 16. Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines. 17. Maintains a level of professionalism at all times PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 2. Must deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations; ability to maintain composure. 3. Requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. 4. Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. 5. Ability to work congenially with individual differences in ability, personality, and interests. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. May be in close contact with individuals who have infectious diseases and with toxic, harmful, or potentially hazardous compounds, solutions, and medications. 2. Must observe rigid, standardized guidelines to guard against disease and other dangers, such as those posed by radiation, accidental needle sticks, chemicals used to sterilize instruments, and anesthetics. In addition, may be vulnerable to back injury when moving patients. 3. May be required to be on call or work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Company: SMG System Medical Group Cost Center: 7730 SMG Anesthesia BMC Address: 2500 Hospital Drive Martinsburg West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

CRNA

Part-time

1 week ago

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Akron Children's Hospital Akron, OH

Part-time Summary: This position will collaborate closely with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, and administer anesthesia that is tailored to the unique physiological needs of pediatric patients. This includes conducting comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluations, discussing anesthesia options with patients' families, and providing age-appropriate education and reassurance to both the patient and their caregivers. Responsibilities: Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic evaluations, including reviewing the patient's medical history, laboratory results, and current medications. Assess and identify any potential anesthesia risks or complications, discuss anesthesia options with patients, develop individualized anesthesia care plans and obtain informed consent Administer a variety of anesthetic techniques, including general, regional, and local anesthesia, as well as sedation, perform spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks. Induce and maintain anesthesia during surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and obstetrical procedures. Monitor the patient's physiological responses to anesthesia and adjust anesthetic levels accordingly to ensure safety and comfort. Implement rapid sequence intubation (RSI) and manage difficult airways when necessary. Provide post-anesthesia care, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, manage post-operative conditions. Respond to code situations and provide emergency airway management, vascular access, and resuscitative efforts as part of the code team. Educate patients and their families on the anesthesia process, potential risks, and post-operative care instructions, and provide guidance on recovery expectations, managing post-operative pain, and warning signs for complications. Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless perioperative care. Participate in teaching and mentoring nurse anesthesia students, residents, or newly hired CRNAs. Other information: Education and Experience: o Education: Master's degree in related field is required; Doctorate degree is preferred. o Certification: Registered Nurse licensure, CRNA certification, Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists certification, BLS, PALS, and ACLS certification is required. o Years of relevant experience: 0 to 2 years is preferred. Part Time FTE: 0.600000 Status: Onsite

CRNA

Part-time

1 week ago

CRNA Part Time

South Shore Health Weymouth, MA

$281,279 - $306,031 / year

If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. Requisition Number: R-24090 Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190 Department Name: SSH Anesthesia PB Status: Part time Budgeted Hours: 32 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: $281,279.00 - $306,031.00 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 part-time opportunity 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)

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