Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist / CRNA

Overview

The CRNA will provide anesthesia and related services for all patients in need under physician supervision.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer anesthesia techniques, medications and adjunct drugs appropriate to the individual patient within established procedures, pre, intra, and postoperatively.
• Review patient charts, perform physical assessment pertinent to anesthesia orders and evaluate laboratory data and formulate a written anesthesia plan for pre, intra and post op care of surgical patients.
• Able to perform endotracheal intubation and extubation, as well as invasive therapy and/or monitoring.
• Identify and manage emergency situations including CPR.
• Communicate and cooperate effectively with staff at all levels. Demonstrate sensitivity and respect for all customers. Demonstrate a positive attitude toward working place and its requirements.

Qualifications

• Current Alabama RN license; graduation from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia.
• Initial certification and current recertification with the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
• Must be competent with anesthesia equipment and pharmaceuticals as appropriate for job.
• Must have current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.

DCH Standards

• Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
• Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
• Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.

About DCH Health System

For over 90 years, when the people of West Alabama needed healthcare, they’ve turned to DCH Health System. Based in Tuscaloosa, AL, DCH Health System has been providing quality and compassionate healthcare to the residents of West Alabama. Comprised of DCH Regional Medical Center, Northport Medical Center and Fayette Medical Center, the DCH Health System provides comprehensive services in: cancer treatment, critical care, cardiac services, bloodless medicine, home health care, sleep medicine, occupational medicine, sports medicine, spine/pain care, therapy services, women’s services and much more!