Educational requirements per American Association of Nurse Anesthetists guidelines
Graduate from an accredited anesthesia program
Membership in the AANA required
Active Registered Nurse license and AANA board certification
Current ACLS and PALS certifications
Responsibilities
Administer anesthesia to patients before, during, and after procedures
Monitor patient vitals and anesthesia levels throughout procedures
Collaborate with supervising anesthesiologist when necessary
Work independently in anesthesia delivery when required
Respond to emergency situations with appropriate interventions
Full Job Description
Position Summary
The CRNA is directly responsible to the CRNA Manager or his/her Assistant Manager, and to the supervising Anesthesiologist for administering anesthesia and monitoring the patient before, during and after procedures. In some cases, the CRNA will be expected to work as independent practitioner and in others, he/she will work in collaboration with the supervising anesthesiologist.
Education and Work Experience
1. Meet educational requirements as adopted by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
2. Graduate of approved and certified school of anesthesia.
3. Membership in American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
4. Current license as Registered Nurse plus Board certification by AANA
5. Current ACLS and PALS Certification
About Holzer Health Systems
Holzer Health System is a healthcare organization based in Gallipolis, Ohio. The organization provides a range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and hospital services. Holzer Health System operates several hospitals and medical centers throughout southeastern Ohio and western West Virginia. The organization was founded in 1892 and has grown to become one of the largest healthcare providers in the region. Holzer Health System is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the communities it serves.
