Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

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Job description

Seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to provide comprehensive clinical anesthesiology services at a medical center in Houston,Texas(TX). The ideal candidate will possess a full and unrestricted license and is Board Certified/Board Eligible (BC/BE).

Job Quick Facts:
• Ref#: IC-CRNA-0932
• Profession: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist(CRNA)
• Location: Houston, TX
• Facility Type: Medical Center
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Job Type: Contract (1 year)
• Start Date: July 1, 2024
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM 3:30 PM

Requirements:
• Full and unrestricted License in any State, or US Territory
• BC/BE
• Minimum two (2) years experience as a CRNA
• NPI
• BLS/ACLS
• DEA Certificate

Responsibilities:
• Conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop anesthesia plans.
• Administer all forms of anesthesia and provide intra- and post-operative care.
• Serve on the "Code Blue" team, providing emergency airway and resuscitation management.
• Foster effective working relationships with all staff levels throughout MEDVAMC.
• Apply anesthesia principles to patient care.
• Perform pre-anesthetic patient history and physical exams, including gathering preoperative consults and data to formulate an anesthetic plan.
• Explain anesthetic risks, benefits, and alternatives to patients.
• Prepare the patient and procedural area for anesthesia administration.
• Administer various types of anesthesia with continuous evaluation of the patient s status.
• Manage post-anesthetic care to optimize recovery and minimize pain.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of anesthesia records and services.
• Stay updated with advancements in anesthesia and work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment to improve services and patient care.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a team concept, demonstrating effective communication and professional behaviors.
• Guide and train anesthesia and medical students.
• Demonstrate skill and adaptability in managing anesthesia for a broad range of surgical procedures.
• Perform clinical and technical aspects of anesthesia care with in-depth knowledge of methods and techniques.
• Integrate technology and skills for advancing anesthesia techniques, pharmacology, and equipment.
• Apply new developments and theories to solve complex anesthesia situations.
• Respond to emergencies with airway management, administration of emergency fluids and medications, and appropriate resuscitation procedures, adhering to patient directives in VISTA.
• Collect and record pertinent data in the electronic patient medical record.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

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