Current Texas RN license and CRNA certification required, with biannual recertification
Master's degree from an accredited program and a baccalaureate degree with relevant coursework
Minimum of 2 years anesthesia experience preferred
Strong communication skills with surgical knowledge, particularly in Orthopaedics and Pain Management
Basic computer skills and proficiency in English; Spanish is beneficial
Ability to assess patient data effectively, considering age-specific needs
Physical capability for extensive walking, standing, and occasional lifting required
Responsibilities
Perform or supervise anesthetic experience collaboratively with physicians during all surgical phases
Administer monitored anesthesia care to patients
Conduct patient examinations and obtain medical histories to evaluate surgical risk
Schedule and oversee the use of surgical site and related equipment
Monitor and document patient responses during and after anesthesia and surgery
Manage fluid therapy and perform invasive monitoring procedures
Develop tailored anesthetic plans based on preoperative evaluations
Participate in professional conferences and ongoing development activities
Benefits
Full-time position with opportunity for professional development
Collaborative work environment with physician partners
Engagement in comprehensive surgical procedures
Potential for specialization in Orthopaedics and Pain Management
Involvement in professional staff conferences and activities
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
What You'll Do:
Perform or supervise the performance of an anesthetic experience in collaboration with appropriate physician throughout the preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative phases of anesthesia and surgery
Administer monitored anesthesia care
Examine patient, obtain medical history, and use diagnostic tests to determine risk during surgical and medical procedures
Schedule and maintain use of surgical site, including operating, wash-up, waiting rooms, and anesthetic and sterilizing equipment
Monitor, document and manage patient reactions to anesthesia and surgery
Manage fluid therapy, perform and manage invasive monitoring, and perform post-operative evaluations
Develop an anesthetic plan based on a preanesthetic evaluation
Attend and participate in professional staff conferences and other appropriate professional activities.
Requirements
What You'll Need:
Must have and maintain a current license to practice in nursing as a registered nurse in the state of Texas. Must hold current certification from an approved national CRNA certifying body. This certification must be maintained and recertified every 2 years. Must have and maintain current certification in BCLS and ACLS. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required.
Must have a Master's degree from an accredited program. Must be a graduate from an accredited baccalaureate degree program, to include pre-medical curriculum with course work in general and organic chemistry, advanced college math, general and advanced biology and physics.
2 years of experience preferred.
Excellent communication skills and knowledge of surgical procedures, specifically Orthopaedics and Pain Management.
Basic computer knowledge; read/write English; Spanish a plus.
Other duties as assigned as necessary and may vary at times, as needed, by your immediate supervisor or as directed by the company.
Requires extensive mobility (walking and standing) while performing duties. Periodic pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients and/or equipment. May have exposure to patients with communicable diseases. May have exposure to hazardous equipment or agents.
