Nurse Anesthetist Job Description

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Healthcare and Medical

Job summary 1

The Nurse Anesthetist is a registered professional nurse who, has completed a program of nurse anesthesia approved by the Council on Accreditation Programs and has passed the certification examination administered by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetist or its predecessor. In collaboration with an attending anesthesiologist, is responsible for providing comprehensive care to the patients at the Hospital. The Nurse Anesthetist's functions are an expanded role with guidelines of the Nurse Practice Act, Departments of Anesthesiology and Nursing, and the Nurse practitioner clinical protocols.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Requirements & Skills 1

Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Institution
Current Registered Nurse License (RN)
- Current Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Certificate (CRNA)
- Graduate of an accredited program in nursing anesthesia, or previous experience as a CRNA
- Knowledge of Anesthesia-related equipment

Job summary 2

A Nurse Anesthetist administers anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Administer general anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures; take necessary remedial action to aspirate secretions from throat larynx, and trachea as required.
Determine, set up, and prepare necessary drugs, supplies, and equipment for the administration of anesthetics; assemble the gas machine and test to insure proper functioning; ensure availability of proper type blood for emergency use.
Study patient records to determine probable effects of anesthetic on the patient; monitor vital signs during the procedure; take necessary action to ensure a near normal physiological status of the patient.
Prepare patients for anesthesia including explaining procedures and positioning patients on the operating room table; record the condition of the patient and the type of anesthetic used on the patient's chart.
Assist in moving a patient from the operating room to the recovery area; check the patient periodically and take remedial measures to alleviate unfavorable post-anesthesia effects as required.
Supervise and instruct student nurse anesthetists in the administration of general anesthetics; assist in evaluating clinical performance and progress; instruct residents, interns, and allied health students in the procedures and techniques of anesthesiology.
- Disassemble equipment and clean the work area; report necessary equipment repairs and adjustments to the proper personnel.
- Maintain records of each anesthetic administered and prepare periodic reports related to activities.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements & Skills 2

Master's degree from a school of nurse anesthesia approved by the State Accrediting Agency and the Council on Accreditation of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) required.
None required above education/training requirement.
- Must have current or compact RN licensure.
- BLS required.
- Eligibility for certification by the AANA as a Certified Nurse Anesthetist is required.

Job summary 3

The Nurse Anesthetist will perform anesthesia and sedation services in the Operating Room, Endoscopy Suite, Anesthesia Preoperative Clinic, and Pain Management Procedure Clinic will perform Inpatient anesthesia procedures and will be a member of the anesthesia call team.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Completes and documents preoperative assessment.
Orders and reviews related to radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic studies before surgery.
- Formulates an appropriate anesthesia plan based on both surgical case requirements and individual patient needs
- Records relevant information according to established documentation guidelines
- Administers and manages a variety of anesthetics including general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, and monitored anesthesia care

Requirements & Skills 3

Skilled in general invasive monitoring, and airway management under both emergent and non-emergent circumstances
Ability to practice independently
Intravenous regional anesthesia
- Upper and lower extremity blocks
- TAP Block
- Insert and manage peripheral, arterial, or central venous lines and catheters

Job summary 4

This position is responsible for administering safe, sound, and cost-effective anesthesia/analgesia to patients.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Performs a Pre-anesthetic Evaluation on each patient.
Inspect and maintain anesthesia equipment, insuring that it is functioning properly and safe to use.
- Provide anesthesia through the use of general anesthetics, regional, local or sedation.
- Restock and order basic anesthesia supplies.
- Monitors and talks with the patient in the recovery room to ensure a safe recovery from the effects of the anesthesia.

Requirements & Skills 4

Current licensure as a CRNA.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification.
Current ACLS certification.

Job summary 5

We are looking for a Nurse Anesthetist to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Monitor anesthesia care and manage patient anesthesia experience, perform preoperative evaluations and preparations, administer Spinal, Epidural, local Bier Block, Auxiliary Block, and general anesthetics, monitor patient reactions to anesthesia and surgery, manage fluid therapy and perform post-operative evaluations.
Provide contemporary regional and general anesthesia care including pediatric, geriatric, obstetric, and surgical specialties.
Administer appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic nerve blocks in the treatment of acute and chronic pain.
- Oversee the activities of the recovery room and administer appropriate drug and respiratory therapy in the recovery room setting.
- Implement the proper use of mechanical ventilators in the recovery room and as necessary in the intensive care units.
- Provide consultation regarding preoperative preparation, intra and postoperative anesthetic management, and treatment of chronic pain patients

Requirements & Skills 5

Degree/Education: The CRNAs shall have graduated from an accredited educational college or university, and be a graduate of an approved anesthesia program.
Certification The HCW shall be certified as a CRNA and recertified every 2 years by the Council on Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists.
Possess and maintain a current unrestricted license to practice in any of the 50 United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - Basic Life Support
- BLS) certification shall be from the American Red Cross (ARC).

Job summary 6

As a Nurse Anesthetist, you’ll provide specialized care to patients requiring general anesthesia, respiratory care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and fluid therapy. Scope of practice encompasses all areas where anesthesia is administered including inpatient operating rooms, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, delivery rooms, postanesthesia recovery rooms, critical care units, and emergency departments.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Develop an anesthetic plan based on a pre-anesthetic evaluation
Perform or supervise the performance of the anesthetic experience in collaboration with an anesthesiologist and/or appropriate physician throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of anesthesia and surgery
Administer analgesia and anesthesia for the labor and delivery process
Active involvement in acute postoperative pain management of the surgical patient utilizing various techniques and pharmacological agents
- Document the anesthetic process to include physiological and psychological reactions to anesthesia and surgery
- Provide consultation and service for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and airway management
- Conduct medical research on diseases of military importance, and conduct, supervise, and participate in graduate medical education and training of other medical personnel needed to sustain a robust medical system

Requirements & Skills 6

Master’s degree in nursing anesthesia, from an accredited program
- Between 21 and 42 years of age
- Certified registered nurse anesthetist
- U.S. citizenship

Job summary 7

The Nurse Anesthetist is an advanced practice nurse who utilizes specialized clinical skills and education to administer anesthesia care throughout the medical center. The practice of nurse anesthesia is a recognized specialty within the profession of nursing. As independently licensed health professionals, Nurse Anesthetists are responsible and accountable for their practice.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Demonstrates current clinical practice and acts as a consultant in nurse anesthesia practice.
Designs/revises formal standards of practice to improve patient outcomes and health care delivery processes at the service, functional group, Medical Center, network, or community levels. Participates and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams in implementing and improving standards of practice.
Acquires and maintains current knowledge in practice (assessments, therapies, procedures, and technology) to effectively meet program, service, functional area, or system performance.
Addresses ethical issues that impact individual patients, families, peers, and functional groups in collaboration with service, interdisciplinary, and administrative staff.
- Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Function as a departmental resource while promoting team functioning and representing the organization positively and professionally. Effectively and consistently communicate administrative directives to personnel and encourage interactive department meetings and discussions.
- Assist to perform management activities including interviewing, hiring, and discipline. Interpret and consistently enforces Human Resource Management policies. Resolve personnel concerns at the departmental level, utilizing the grievance process as necessary. Recognize and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of self and staff while regularly coaching staff on their contribution to the mission of the agency and their performance development. Help staff to understand the context of their work and how it relates to the work of others and the agency.
- Help schedule and adjust staffing, as appropriate, for fluctuations in workload. Delegate appropriately to subordinates to share responsibilities for efficient departmental operations.

Requirements & Skills 7

A degree in nursing from a school of professional nursing.
Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) at the time the program was completed by the applicant.
Current, full and unrestricted license as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States or the District of Columbia.
- Certification: A full and current certification as a Nurse Anesthetist from the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (e.g. American Nurses Credentialing Center, etc.)
- English Language Proficiency: Proficient in spoken and written English.
- Current, full, active, and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or the District of Columbia.

Job summary 8

We are currently in search of a Nurse Anesthetist.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Performs pre-anesthetic and post-anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient and documents findings. This includes obtaining informed consent from the patient, requesting consultations and /or diagnostic studies, and ordering pre-anesthetic medications.
In collaboration with the anesthesiologist, determines the appropriate anesthetic plan of management and manages all aspects of anesthesia care including preoperative, perioperative, and immediate postoperative care.
Maintains complete and accurate documentation of care for all procedures.
Provides airway management and/or intubations for emergent, and non-emergent, and resuscitation situations throughout the hospital.
Provides consultation for ventilatory care throughout the hospital.
- Checks all equipment and agents to be used in the administration of the anesthetic to be sure it is in safe working order. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate personnel.
- Checks all resuscitative anesthesia equipment before the beginning of the first surgery of the day. Any malfunctioning or missing equipment will be reported to the appropriate personnel.
- Records all pertinent events taking place during the induction of, maintenance of, and emergence from anesthesia, including the dosage and duration of all anesthetic agents, other drugs, intravenous fluids, and blood or blood components on all patients that have received anesthesia care.

Requirements & Skills 8

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing, with current license to practice in the expanded role of the nurse anesthetist.
Graduation from a school of anesthesia accredited by the AANA.
Certification to practice as a Nurse Anesthetist and maintenance of that certification as required by guidelines established by the Council on Recertification of the AANA and by the State.

Job summary 9

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Anesthetist.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Performs and documents a pre-anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient.
- Develops and implements an anesthetic plan of care, including monitoring modalities and post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care.
- Selects obtains, and administers the anesthetic plan of care, including induction, maintenance, and emergence phase anesthesia.
- Recognizes alterations in physiologic responses to the surgical procedure and/or the anesthetic, takes appropriate action, and notifies the responsible physician as indicated.

Requirements & Skills 9

BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Certified Nurse Anesthetist credentialed by the Board of Nursing.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Board of Nursing.
- Master's or Doctorate of Nursing Anesthesia Practice or Nursing Practice required.

Job summary 10

We are currently seeking Nurse Anesthetists to join our team.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Pre-anesthesia assessment
Obtains and/or verifies patient consent
Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
- Induction, maintenance and emergence from anesthesia
- Monitoring of the patient's physiological condition
- Performance of clinical intervention as needed

Requirements & Skills 10

Current license as a registered professional nurse
Graduation from an accredited program of nurse anesthesia education
Certified or re-certified by the AANA Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists

Olivia Powell
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Last updated Oct 19

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