Registered Professional Nurse with advanced nursing practice education
Graduated from an accredited nurse anesthesia program
Licensed as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Texas
Registered as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in Texas
Current AHA ACLS certification or higher required
Responsibilities
Administer anesthesia during surgeries and medical procedures
Monitor patients' vital signs and responses throughout procedures
Serve as a subject matter expert in critical care and airway management
Function in various inpatient and outpatient settings
Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure patient safety
Benefits
Opportunity to work in diverse healthcare settings
Engagement in a critical care environment
Potential for professional development and certification
Participation in a collaborative healthcare team
Access to advanced medical technologies and practices
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES Serves as member of health care team that is responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Serves as a subject matter expert in critical care and airway management. Functions in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings including ambulatory surgery centers (ASC).
EDUCATION A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. Graduation from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION Must be currently licensed as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Texas and registered by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA ACLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Certification by a national nursing body is recommended.
