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Job description
The MetroHealth System (MHS) is devoted to advancing the quality of care we provide to our patients. MHS utilizes an Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model to unite CRNAs with Staff Anesthesiologists, SRNAs, Residents, CAAs and SAAs. CRNAs exemplify excellence in all facets of anesthesia practice, including case management, education, and clinical research. Collaborating with an anesthesiologist, they are dedicated to delivering exceptional anesthesia for a wide range of surgical procedures. CRNAs must excel in technical, cognitive and interpersonal skills to drive progress toward a healthier community through dedicated service, education, innovation and collaborative teamwork. Aligned with our commitment to hope, health and humanity, our CRNAs contribute to an environment where compassionate care and innovative practices converge to improve patient outcomes and enrich the lives of those we serve.
Hours
Monday-Friday
80 hours biweekly, Shift variability upon request, minimal in-house weekend call requirement
Education Requirements
Graduate of an accredited school of Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Current Ohio RN Licensure
Graduate of a Masters or Doctoral nurse anesthesia program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COACRNA)
Current Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
Current ACLS & BLS Certifications
Demonstrates current competency in the clinical responsibilities specified below.
Job Responsibilities
Perform a pre-anesthetic assessment, discuss anesthetic management, and administer anesthesia, all with the consultation of an appropriate staff anesthesiologist in accordance with accepted standards of professional practice, and licensing laws.
Assemble, prepare, and test needed supplies, equipment and monitors prior to an anesthetic.
Selects, obtains and administers the anesthetic plan of care, including induction, maintenance and emergence phases of anesthesia.
Administer various types of anesthesia, including inhalation, intravenous, spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks. All anesthesia is administered under the medical direction of staff anesthesiologists.
Recognizes alterations in physiologic responses to the surgical procedure and/or the anesthetic, takes appropriate action and notifies the responsible physician as indicated
Transfer the patient to the appropriate postoperative area and assist in the postoperative care.
Participate in the quality improvement activities and research initiatives within MHS.
Physical Requirements
Requires full range of motion; manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time and the ability to lift and transport patients.
Requires corrected hearing and vision to normal range.
Requires some exposure to communicable diseases or bodily fluids.
Ability to work under extreme pressure.
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Worksite address
cleveland, OH, 44101, US
Who can apply
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