CRNA - REQ B - Sign On Bonus Available - FT

About the role

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Together we are leading the way.

Responsibilities

• Administers anesthesia to patients during surgical, obstetrical and other pain-producing clinical procedures under the supervision of a physician.
• Works in a collaborative model including residents, fellows, attendings, and staff.
• Documents patient procedures and incidents.
• Assesses 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 respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanation of services, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance.
• Meets physical demands: medium work (exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, up to 10 pounds constantly); must be able to stand for prolonged periods; routinely exposed to blood, body fluid and tissue; works in patient care areas where exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous medications or hazardous waste may occur.

Requirements

• Education: Master’s degree from a school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
• Work Experience: None required.
• Certifications: 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.

Skills

• 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; 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).