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Provides anesthesia services to patients and ensure patient safety. Involved in aspects of pre-operative and intra-operative care in a dynamic clinical setting where communication skills and clinical expertise are paramount.
Job Responsibility:
Performs pre-anesthesia patient interview and evaluates patient's condition
Induces and maintains anesthesia/analgesia at a required safe level and monitors support life junctions during the administration of anesthesia
Detects and manages untoward reactions to anesthesia agents and other drugs used during surgery
Observes and informs the surgeon of changes in patient's condition
Accompanies patient to the recovery room and informs the nurse assuming responsibility for the patient's care
Visits the patient post-operatively and notes any untoward reactions or complications attributable to the anesthesia
Provides emergency resuscitative care in all areas of the hospital
Determines the need for timely administration of indicated medications and supportive therapy
Assembles supplies and equipment for anesthetic cases, checking same for safety and proper function
Helps position patient properly on operating table
Applies, attaches and/or inserts devices for monitoring vital signs and establishes baseline vital signs
Performs technical procedures, including veni-puncture, arterial puncture, laryngoscopy, oral or nasal intubation
Inspects anesthesia and ancillary equipment for health and safety hazards
Maintains adequate supplies of equipment
Pursues professional growth and increased knowledge through the continuing education opportunities available
Requirements:
Graduate of an approved school of nursing
Graduate of a school of nurse anesthesia, accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (Dept. of H.E.W. authorized accrediting agent)
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Current A.A.N.A. membership, active practicing category
CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist upon hire