Strong patient assessment skills essential for evaluating patients pre-operatively.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to educate patients effectively and collaborate with medical staff.
Proficiency in word processing software for documentation and reporting.
Valid state RN License meeting educational requirements for practice.
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) credentialed by AANA.
Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by AHA is required.
Current CPR or CPR/AED certification for healthcare providers.
Responsibilities
Conduct detailed patient assessments to determine anesthetic needs.
Educate patients about surgical procedures and post-operative recovery.
Prepare anesthetic agents tailored to patient requirements.
Administer medications including anesthetics accurately during surgeries.
Monitor patients' vital signs and adjust anesthesia levels throughout procedures.
Ensure patient safety throughout the recovery period from anesthesia.
Collaborate with medical teams to develop comprehensive pain management strategies.
Full Job Description
Seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to provide care at a Federal Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Your daily responsibilities may include:
Conducting patient assessments
Educating patients about their surgery and recovery
Preparing anesthetic for patients
Administering medication
Monitoring a patient's vitals and adjusting anesthesia levels during surgery
Overseeing the patient's safety as they recover from anesthesia
Working with other medical staff to develop pain management plans
Qualifications Include:
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
Valid state RN License (must meet education requirement(s) for state licensure)
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)
Certified Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
Current BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
