Cardiovascular (CV) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) | Le Boheur Childrens Hospital | Full Time Days

About the role

We are seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our team. As a CRNA, you will be part of an interprofessional team delivering high-quality, holistic anesthesia and pain care services.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents the preanesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
• Obtains informed consent for anesthesia and related services.
• Reviews, requests, and orders laboratory/diagnostic studies.
• Selects, obtains, orders, and administers preanesthetic medication or treatment.
• Develops and implements an anesthesia care plan.
• Provides postanesthesia follow-up and care.
• Selects, obtains, prepares, and uses equipment, invasive and non-invasive monitors, supplies, and medications for the administration of sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services.
• Performs all aspects of airway management, including fiberoptic intubation.
• Facilitates emergence and recovery for anesthesia by evaluating patient response, and selecting, ordering, and administering medications, fluids, and ventilator support to maintain patient stability during transfer.
• Initiates and administers post-anesthesia pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system.
• Initiates and administers respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the postoperative period.
• Evaluates the patient’s response to anesthesia and surgery; take appropriate corrective action during the postanesthesia period.
• Discharges the patient from the postanesthesia care unit.
• Implements acute and chronic pain management modalities.
• Manages emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
• Places and manages regional anesthetic techniques, as delineated by clinical privileges.
• Participates in quality improvement and evaluation activities and implements measures to ensure that hospital, DNV, and other quality standards are met.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional responsibilities and self-development.

Requirements

• Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia.
• No prior work experience required.
• Licensure and certification:
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - American Heart Association
  • BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
  • Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association
• Registered Nurse licenses in Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform clinically as a nurse anesthetist in the facility setting on a regular basis.
• Ability to operate, use, and interpret data from a wide variety of equipment to perform anesthesia care as well as necessary perioperative or operating room care to support the safety and well-being of the patient while they are under the direct care of the CRNA.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills are required to effectively collaborate with various clinical staff and other disciplines.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control techniques.
• Ability to maintain confidential records.
• Ability to implement and adhere to facility policies and procedures.

Skills

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population served.
• Knowledge of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to the population-specific and age-specific needs.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate patient care needs.

Supervision Provided

This position does not involve supervisory or lead responsibilities.

Physical Demands

The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion. Must have good balance and coordination. The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 200 lbs. of force frequently. The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading. Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact. Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.

Our Culture

Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.

Location

Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living.