Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

The Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine is responsible for providing anesthesia and analgesia services in the Hospital and Clinics. Service areas include, but are not limited to: Pavilion OR, SDSC, CSC, PACU, IR, Pulmonary Lab, Cancer Center, GI Lab, Midtown GI, EP Lab, Cardiac Catherization Lab, L&D, Pain Center, MRI, Burn Unit, ER and all ICU's. This position functions as an experienced provider of anesthetic services and airway management under the general direction of medical faculty. Provides anesthesia for all patients, including the more complicated/difficult patients of all ages.

1. Current California RN license, in process, or the ability to obtain California RN license by the time of hire

2. Current CRNA license, with the ability to obtain a California CRNA license and proof of application (receipt or cancelled check) to be licensed as a California Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire

3. Must be a graduate of an accredited CRNA Masters or Doctoral Program by the time of hire

4. CRNAs must demonstrate current and continuous certification by the NBCRNA as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire

5. AHA CPR/BLS certification

6. Knowledge of general nursing theories and practices

7. Knowledge of and strong skills and abilities in airway management and the use and safe administration of anesthetic agents, ancillary drugs, and techniques.

8. Knowledge of and ability to provide invasive monitoring techniques and interpretation

9. Ability to establish priorities and organize workload

10. Knowledge of the legal implications of clinical practice

11. Skills to work quickly and accurately under pressure

12. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as part of the team, utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).

13. Ability to report and record accurate and timely information in the EMR

14. Ability to prioritize controlled-substance stewardship through accurate and timely documentation, reconciliation, and compliance.