CRNA
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Description: St. John's Medical Center is currently seeking to employ CRNA right now, this vacancy will be placed in Wyoming. More details about this vacancy opportunity please read the description below.
Live, work, and play in beautiful Jackson Hole!
A career move with an unparalleled quality of life : Jackson Hole boasts world-class skiing, arts, dining, and events. Our campus abuts the National Elk Refuge and the Grand Teton looms overhead. The 108-bed non -profit hospital serves the western Wyoming community as well as global visitors to the area.
JOB SUMMARY
Administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures. Performs anesthesia-related procedures at the discretion of and under the supervision of an attending anesthesiologist. Evaluates patients preoperatively and, in consultation with the attending anesthesiologist, formulates and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. Safely transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. Interacts with staff and patients in a way that shows respect and consideration for the individual. Provides age and developmentally appropriate anesthesia services for infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric inpatient and out patient populations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Patient Care
1. Prepares operating room; sets up and checks anesthesia machine, supplies, medications and gases. Prepares additional equipment as needed.
2. Prepares prescribed solutions and administers local, intravenous, spinal or other anesthetic following specified methods and procedures.
3. Observes condition of patient during surgical procedures, including skin color, dilation of pupils, and vital signs; initiates remedial measures to prevent surgical shock or other adverse conditions as required.
4. Accompanies the patient to the recovery room and remains until patient's immediate condition is acceptable. Gives a complete report to the PACU nurse prior to leaving patient.
5. Observes patients receiving spinal or local anesthetic; provides post-anesthetic care.
6. Performs pre-and post- anesthesia patient visits; documents anesthesia notes on patient records.< /p>
7. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned such as scheduling, material and supply management, development of policies and procedures, preventative maintenance and data management.
8. Documents reassessments and all pertinent events taking place during the induction of, maintenance of and emergence from anesthesia,including the dosage and duration of all anesthetic agents, other drugs, IV fluids, blood or blood products.
9. Ensures that the patient's pain is managed.
Patient Safety & Quality of Care
1. Assures that utilization and quality of care studies are performed in accordance with SJMC policy and accreditation standards and that individual performance is at a consistent high level.
2. Active participation in department meetings and continuing education programs within the department and/or hospital.
3. Recognize and take appropriate corrective action (including the requesting of consultation when necess ary) for abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medications or other form of therapy.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
The successful completion of both an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program and national certification examination.
Required Licenses
ACLS required at time of hire. Credentialed, privileged, and in current good standing according to professional criteria specified by the SJMC's Medical Staff Services by-laws.
FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS
Working Conditions
Work involves considerable exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Irregular meals/breaks. Intermittent computer usage.
Physical Requirements
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average-weight o bjects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than 6 hours per day. Must possess the ability to lift, push, pull and move patients, equipment, and supplies. Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, twist, and stoop intermittently.
Direct Reports
None
Reports to
Physician Director of Anesthesia, 1-603-920 Chief Nursing Officer
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This vacancy will be started on: Mon, 21 May 2018 12:01:47 GMT