CRNA Full-Time
Location: Greenville, NC, United States
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Job title: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Location: ECUHealth - SurgiCenter - Greenville, North Carolina
Status: Full-time, Exempt
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7a-5p, w/ rotating day off, no call/nights/weekends
Department: Clinical
Reports to: Chief CRNA
Job Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Job Summary:
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will manage all anesthetics for ECU Health’s SurgiCenter, a 10 OR surgery center performing a large variety of outpatient cases. The CRNA will manage all anesthetics with encouraged and supported autonomy while practicing in an ACT setting. Nearly all outpatient surgical specialties and procedures are available and performed including orthopedic, pediatrics, gyn, general, podiatry, urology, gastro, ENT, plastics, eyes, and dentistry (ASA 1-3 level cases, rarely ASA 4). The CRNA will use high patient acuity and fully implement their clinical skills and education, and continue to expand within any area of expertise that may be desired. CRNAs may choose to participate in the clinical instruction of anesthesia students via the on-campus program and partnership with ECU Health.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Examine patients’ history for allergies or illnesses that would affect anesthesia.
- Liaise with other members of the healthcare team such as MDs/DOs, nurses, and other healthcare workers.
- Call anesthesiologists for support if needed.
- Perform anesthetics; administer medication to patients for pain relief.
- Monitor patients during the procedure to ensure positive outcome, reach out for support if needed.
- Assist other anesthetists.
- Assist in patient procedure preparation.
- Provide support to other healthcare teams.
- Advise patients on medication type and dosage.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- Must be a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or in the process of completing the certification through an accredited CRNA program.
- Current or compact RN license in the state of North Carolina, or able to obtain NC licensure.
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
- Desire to work with pediatrics strongly preferred
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to provide safe pre-and post-anesthetic care using innovative and proven techniques.
- Ability to assess patients’ medical history and plan anesthesia administration for the best outcome.
- High patient acuity with the ability to provide compassionate care to every patient.
- Ability to work in a team, but also autonomously when needed.
- Strong written and oral skills with the ability to communicate clearly under pressure.
- Proficient with technology including medical equipment and computers.
- Maintain a friendly, collaborative attitude and professional demeanor at all times.
Work Environment/Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to stand for longer periods of time and be accustomed to frequent and prolonged movement.
- Involves frequent contact with patients, physicians, leadership, facility, and medical office staff.
- Ability to perform work in a hospital where the environment may be stressful and often disruptive.
ECAA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or other legally protected status. This policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, as well as the use of the Company's facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the Company.
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