Per Diem Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Role Overview

Provides anesthesia care in the operating room to support surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures under supervision. Responsibilities include preoperative evaluation, intraoperative anesthesia management, and postoperative follow-up. Acts as a patient advocate and liaison among patients, families, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Anesthetizes patients and monitors their status throughout procedures
• Selects appropriate drugs and adjusts medications as needed
• Communicates patient condition with surgical and anesthesia teams
• Assesses patient hemodynamics, interprets waveforms, and responds to emergencies
• Performs thorough preoperative evaluations and prepares the operating room
• Coordinates with staff to ensure patient safety, including positioning and equipment checks
• Responds to codes, maintains airway, and provides anesthesia support in assigned areas
• Accurately documents in patient EMR and ensures safe patient transport
• Serves as a mentor and preceptor to staff, residents, students, and colleagues

Qualifications & Skills

Master's Degree in Nursing is required. The role demands clinical expertise in anesthesia, strong communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies.