Anesthesia Tech (Non-Cert) FT McAllen

About the Role

An Anesthesia Technician as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides nursing care and performs nursing procedures under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role involves interacting with hospital staff and ancillary departments to address patient care, concerns, and conflicts, and assists in resolving them. The LVN plans and individualizes patient care while providing technical and clinical support to Anesthesiologists and Nurse Anesthetists.

Responsibilities

• Prepare anesthesia supplies and equipment to assist with the placement of invasive catheters.
• Prepare and assist anesthesia providers for patient airway induction, intubation, and transport under the direction of the Anesthesiologist, CRNA, and/or RN.
• Support patient care for the population served.
• Clean, sterilize, and disinfect routine anesthesia equipment.
• Maintain inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies, including anesthesia carts, emergency airway carts, and anesthesia supply areas.
• Work weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime, and/or on-call/call-back status as necessary.
• Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to anesthesia technician responsibilities.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Requirements

• Current LVN license in the State of Texas.
• Minimum six months of experience within a surgical setting (preferred).
• Ability to communicate with all levels of healthcare professionals and multitask.
• Familiarity with basic nursing performance standards for all age groups as outlined in the Texas Nurse Practice Act.
• Commitment and adherence to the organization’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or higher education required.
• Currently licensed as a Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the State of Texas.
• Current BLS certification, in accordance with the AHA for Healthcare Provider’s Program.
• Certification (CER.A.T.T) through ASATT recommended within two years.