Locum | CRNA - Yakima WA
Job at a glance
Job description
Assignment Length: Ongoing coverage need
Start Date: June 15
Openings: 1
Reason for Coverage: Long-term permanent search
Practice Setting:
- Inpatient
- Cases include
- ENT
- General Surgery
- GI Endoscopy
- OB/GYN
- Podiatry
- Orthopedics
- Podiatry
- Healthy Pediatrics
- Robotic
- Urology
- Vascular
- ENT
- No CT or Neuro
- CRNAs support
- 7 ORs in main surgery department
- 4 ORs in adjacent Surgery Center
- 2 GI treatment rooms
- 1 Bronchoscopy room
- 1 Cath lab
- 7 ORs in main surgery department
Schedule:
- Full-time coverage
- 3 or 4 12-hour shifts per week
Patient Population: All ages
EMR: EPIC
Credentialing: 60-90 days, expedited privileges available
Requirements:
- Active Washington licensure or compact license
- Board certification
- AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
- Minimum 1-year CRNA experience or equivalent
Job Responsibilities
Collaborate with surgeons, surgical teams and other healthcare providers to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Monitor patient vital signs and adjust anesthetic plans as needed
Respond to emergencies and provide critical care interventions
Maintain accurate and complete medical records
Stay current on the latest advancements in anesthesia practice through continuing education
Qualifications
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited CRNA program
Licenses & Certifications:
Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Washington
National certification as a CRNA by the National Board of Certification and Re-certification for Nurse Anesthetist (NBCRNA)
Experience:
While specific requirements may vary, most locum CRNA positions prefer candidates with at least one year of experience in a clinical anesthesia setting
Skills
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with a surgical team
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing patient conditions
Strong work ethic, stamina and ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment