CRNA II - Cleveland
Company: Atrium Health
Location: Shelby
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Overview Job Summary Administers intravenous, inhaled, regional,
or other anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during
medical or surgical procedures. Maintains anesthetics at required
levels and supports life functions during the administration of
anesthesia, under the supervision of a licensed
anesthesiologist.Essential Functions
- Manages patients undergoing general, regional and local
anesthesia appropriately.
- Develops an appropriate anesthetic plan of care taking into
account the patient's medical history and test results.
- Works in conjunction with the anesthesiologist to form an
integrated anesthesia care team.
- Performs venous and arterial access procedures as
necessary.
- Recognizes anesthetic complications or unfavorable patient
conditions and adjusts anesthetic plan accordingly.
- Communicates to both the anesthesiologist and the surgeon the
patient's status.
- Remains at the head of the bed when transporting the patient to
the recovery unit and submits a complete report to the nurse
receiving the patient.
- Performs a daily check of the anesthesia machine and other
essential equipment and demonstrates knowledge of the proper use of
the anesthesia machine and accessory equipment.Physical
RequirementsRequires frequent walking and standing. Must be able to
assist in moving, by pushing, pulling or lifting, patients greater
than 100 pounds. Requires frequent stooping, kneeling, bending and
reaching. Able to use both hands and perform fine manipulations
with the fingers. Near visual acuity, depth perception and color
perception are required. Clear speech and the ability to hear is
mandatory. Occasional exposure to noise and the hazards resulting
from inhalation agents occur.Education, Experience and
Certifications
NC RN licensure required. Graduate of an accredited School of Nurse
Anesthesia required. CRNA licensure required. BLS and ACLS HCP from
AHA required.
Keywords: Atrium Health, Gastonia , CRNA II - Cleveland, Healthcare , Shelby, North Carolina
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