CRNA
Job at a glance
Job description
As a CRNA, you will be responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients before, during, and after surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and obstetrical procedures. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, attention to patient safety, and the ability to collaborate effectively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers.
Requirements:
- Master’s degree or Doctorate from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program
- Current certification as a CRNA by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
- Unrestricted RN and APRN licensure in the applicable state
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required depending on the patient population
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Job Responsibilities
Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments, including patient history and physical evaluations
Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans
Administer general, regional, or monitored anesthesia care in accordance with patient needs and procedural requirements
Monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia depth throughout procedures, adjusting as necessary
Provide post-anesthesia care, assessing recovery and addressing complications if they arise
Maintain accurate and timely documentation by hospital and regulatory standards
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Qualifications
Master’s degree or Doctorate from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program
Current certification as a CRNA by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
Unrestricted RN and APRN licensure in the applicable state
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification may be required depending on the patient population