Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification
Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia (Doctorate preferred)
Demonstrated leadership skills
Ability to function independently
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive anesthesia care tailored to patient and surgical needs
Consult with surgeons pre-, during, and post-anesthesia for patient safety
Act as a patient advocate throughout the perioperative period
Function within established care standards of relevant professional organizations
Report to the Chief Nursing Officer and Chief of Surgery
Benefits
Competitive health insurance with low bi-weekly premiums
25% discount on DECH medical services
Employer-funded HRA for deductibles
24/7 telemedicine access with no co-payment
Employer-paid life insurance
403b retirement plan
Generous time off plan
Additional benefits including dental and vision insurance, and short/long-term disability insurance
Full Job Description
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides the full spectrum of anesthesia care based on the needs of the patient, the surgeon, and the capabilities of the system in which the anesthetic will be provided. The CRNA consults with the operative surgeon prior to, during, and after the anesthetic to ensure patient safety. The CRNA acts as patient advocate, and remains responsible for the patient during the entire perioperative period. The CRNA functions unrestricted, within the scope and standards of care established by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist and, where appropriate, the American Society of Anesthesiologists, in accordance with regulations governing Advanced Practice Registered Nurses in the State of Maine. The CRNA reports to the Chief Nursing Officer and the Chief of Surgery.
Active unrestricted license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine
Active unrestricted license to practice as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in the State of Maine
Current verification in Basic Cardiac Life Support
Current verification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Current verification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Minimum of master of science degree in Nurse Anesthesia, doctorate preferred
Demonstrated leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to function independently
DECH / CCH Benefits:
Competitive health insurance plan including:
Bi-weekly premiums begin at $35.00 for single and $110.00 for family coverage
25% discount on DECH medical services
Employer paid HRA fund toward deductibles
Teladoc- 24/7/365 telemedicine access to MD with no co-payment
