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About Us
nHere at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
nOur Core Values are:
nnnWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
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nnWe never settle by constantly striving for better.
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nnWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
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nnWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
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n nBenefits
nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
nnnImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
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nn401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
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nnTuition Reimbursement
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nnPTO accrual beginning Day 1
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n nNote: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
nJob Summary
nThe Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) PRN is a licensed nurse with advanced training in anesthesia. The CRNA administers, monitors, and adjusts anesthetic doses for patients of all ages during surgery and other procedures.
nLimited to select locations based on unique workplace dynamics.
nEssential Functions of the Role
nnnInterprets physician's pre-anesthetic evaluation and lab data.
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nnReviews health history, including psychosocial as well as biophysical. Reviews all current laboratory data.
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nnPerforms pre-induction examination and inspection of anatomical parts or organ systems related to an anesthetic plan. Reviews the proposed surgery with the patient.
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nnPerform a brief physical assessment of the patient, dentures, prosthetic devices, allergies, and NPO status. Verify that all prescribed safety standards have been met before anesthesia induction. Check the machine checklist, functional suction equipment, airway management equipment, proper placement of monitoring and electrosurgical electrodes, and physical positioning.
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nnInduces and maintains general anesthesia at safe levels. Uses techniques prescribed by the staff anesthesiologist or those used in the department.
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nnSelects and administers anesthetic techniques, medications, and adjunctive drugs according to accepted departmental guidelines.
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nnPerforms intratracheal intubation and extubation protecting the patient at all times.
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nnIdentifies and manages emergency situations according to departmental policies and procedures.
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nnPerforms regional anesthesia using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.
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nnSelects and administers regional anesthetic techniques, medications, and adjunctive drugs according to accepted departmental guidelines.
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nnIdentifies and manages emergency situations according to departmental policies and procedures.
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nnMonitors life support functions, recording various data, and verifies equipment is in working order. All available noninvasive monitoring equipment will be used on patients receiving general anesthesia (i.e., BP, EKG, oximeter, pre-cardial stethoscope/esophageal stethoscope, temperature, oxygen analyzer, and SARA). All data will be recorded. BP and pulse will be recorded no less than every 5 minutes. Other pulses will be recorded no less than every 15 minutes. Pre-anesthetic machine checklist will be performed and documented for every procedure involving the Department of Anesthesia.
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nnManage fluid, blood and electrolyte loss and replacement within the guidelines of the Department of Anesthesia policies and procedures.
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nnPerforms basic perioperative diagnostic testing and documents it in the anesthetic record. Closely helps and monitors life functions. In case of an adverse drug response, takes corrective action and consults the senior Staff Anesthesiologist promptly. Records all pertinent events during the procedure, including tourniquet time and pressure, changes in the operation site, and drug injections by the surgeon. All unusual events must be documented concisely on the anesthetic record.
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nnTerminates anesthesia in a timely fashion, ensuring patient safety to post-anesthetic recovery room. Reverses anesthetic according to departmental guidelines.
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nnProtects the patient during transportation to the Recovery Room. Gives a detailed report to the assigned Recovery Room personnel. Informs the Recovery Room Anesthesiologist and assigned Staff Anesthesiologist of any complications. Follows the post-anesthetic course to recognize anesthetic-related complications. Documents post-anesthetic visits in the Progress Note form up to 24 hours post-anesthetic. This note will include the date, time of the visit, patient status information, and the signature of the person doing the visit.
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n nKey Success Factors
nnnObtains 40 CEUs every two years.
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nnMaintains certification and registration.
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nnKeeps informed of current trends and updated procedures.
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nnKnows about the current concepts of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
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nnDemonstrates ability to accept and initiate change.
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nnDemonstrates ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.
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nnFunctions as part of a health care/anesthesia team.
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nnAbility to work variable hours.
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nnAbility to share "on call" duties and be able to respond in the acceptable time frame.
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n nBelonging Statement
nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
nQUALIFICATIONS
nnnEDUCATION - Bachelor's
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nnEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
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nnCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) ACLS (ACLS): ACLS in 30 days of hire or transfer. Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS in 30 days of hire or transfer.
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n nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Worksite address
temple, TX, 76508, US
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