About this opportunity
Citizens Medical Center lists this CRNA - OR and Endoscopy (FT) opportunity in town of texas, Wisconsin. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Citizens offers a generous benefit package that includes retirement plans upon hire, and an excellent medical plan with optional insurance plans to choose from.
Benefits
Health
STD, LTD Disability
Supplemental Life, AD&D
Flexible Spending (FSA)
Employer paid life insurance and short term disability
Retirement/Investment
457(b) Deferred Compensation
Paid Time Off
Sick leave, Bereavement leave, Jury Duty/Witness Service
Tuition Reimbursement
Hospital-paid & administered annual immunizations
Clinical Responsibilities
Perform and document the pre‑anesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
Review, request, and order (as permitted by state law) laboratory/diagnostic studies.
Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services.
Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment.
Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan.
Select, obtain, prepare, and use equipment, invasive and non‑invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for the administration of sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed.
Select, order, obtain, and administer analgesic and anesthetic agents, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids, or blood products necessary to provide anesthesia services for surgery and obstetrics.
Perform all aspects of airway management, including fiberoptic intubation.
Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia by evaluating patient response, and selecting, ordering, and administering medications, fluids, and ventilator support to maintain patient stability during transfer.
Initiate and administer post‑anesthesia pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system.
Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post‑anesthesia period.
Evaluate the patient’s response to anesthesia and surgery; take appropriate corrective action during the post‑anesthesia period.
Provide post‑anesthesia follow‑up evaluation and care.
Discharge the patient from the post‑anesthesia care unit.
Implement acute and chronic pain management modalities.
Manage emergency situations by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
Place and manage regional anesthetic techniques, as delineated by his or her clinical privileges or granted special privileges.
Non‑Clinical Responsibilities
Quality assessment and quality assurance.
Didactic and clinical education of students and staff.
Appointment to facility committees and related activities.
Clinical or administrative oversight of other departments (e.g., respiratory therapy, PACU).
Supports patient safety when performing job functions and through participation in facility, department, or unit patient safety initiatives.
Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.
Participates in patient education and counseling based on health needs.
Maintains compliance with medical records documentation.
Professional Development
Participates in required educational programs.
Participates in departmental and team meetings.
Seeks ongoing professional educational growth.
Hospital Policies
Adheres to organization‑wide and other applicable policies and procedures.
Day‑to‑day performance complies with the hospital’s Service Excellence Behavioral Expectations.
Performs within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s Ethics, Compliance and Confidentiality Program guidelines.
Performs within professional Scope of Practice at all times.
Additional Duties
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Education
Graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or its predecessor.
Experience
Preferred: At least 2 years of independent practice experience.
Special Skills and Abilities
Ability to operate, use, and interpret data from a wide variety of equipment to perform anesthesia care as well as necessary perioperative or operating room care to support the safety and wellbeing of the patient while they are under the direct care of the CRNA.
Effective verbal and written communication to effectively collaborate with various clinical staff and other disciplines.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care to the patient population(s) served.
Stability to perform under stressful conditions of surgery and childbirth. Steps in the procedures must be performed rapidly and efficiently, under the constant pressure of responsibility.
Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population‑specific and age‑specific needs.
Knowledge of infection prevention and control techniques.
Ability to maintain confidential records.
Licensure / Certification
Holds current active state licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Texas and complies with any applicable state statutory and regulatory requirements concerning CRNAs.
Is currently certified or recertified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
Holds active BLS, ACLS, and NRP (offered on site).
Insurable by an appropriate medical malpractice insurer for the limits required by this institution or state.
Citizens Medical Center is looking for employees who display respect and enthusiasm for patients, visitors, and coworkers, and who consistently uphold the organization’s commitment to providing outstanding outcomes and an excellent experience.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who can apply
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