CRNA-REQ B

Job Duties

• Documents patient procedures and incidents.
• Affirms patient before, during, and after administering anesthesia.
• Ensures patient safety and administers anesthesia following accepted practice techniques.
• Acts as a liaison to surgeons, anesthesiologists, co-workers, patients, and families.
• Participates in department quality assurance initiatives and activities of professional development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
• Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste.

Qualifications

Education Required: Master’s degree from a school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).

Work Experience Required: None.

Certifications Required: License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice. Certification through the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA). Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.