Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), Downey (Per Diem)
Company: Kaiser
Location: Downey
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary:
Under the medical supervision of an Anesthesiologist, administers
general and regional anesthesia for all types of surgical,
obstetrical and other procedures that require anesthesia services,
to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric,
adolescent, adult and geriatric in accordance with hospital and
departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but
not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance;
homeostasis; monitoring; response to emergencies related to airway
management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and management of
patients on ventilators.
Essential Responsibilities:
Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of
Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e.
TJC, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements).
Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining
patient; reviews chart for relevant information.
In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for
patient based on pre-operative examination.
Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional
and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to
patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent,
adult and geriatric.
Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative
examination.
Evaluates patients response to pre-medication.
Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special
concerns of patient.
Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe
operating condition.
Prepares drugs for administration.
Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical
privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof.
Monitors the patient intraoperatively.
Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and
takes necessary action to maintain stability.
Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours).
Precepts student nurse anesthetists.
Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in
accordance with departmental guidelines.
Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies
and procedures.
Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e.
TJC, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements).
Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when
interacting with public, patients, staff and other personnel.
May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as
required.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- N/A
Education
- Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited
by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational
Programs and Schools.
License, Certification, Registration
- Registered Nurse License (California)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (California)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist National Certification
- National Provider Identifier
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
- Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive
monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for
various age group patients.
- CRNAs must demonstrate both technical/clinical and professional
skill and ability along with all related techniques and procedures
within the scope of practice as defined by the State of California
Department of Consumer Affairs.
- Additional skills are required in charting and documentation.
- Knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and
personal maturity communication, and education and staff
development.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A hiring manager may specify Preferred Qualifications, which are
desirable and above and beyond the requirements specified in the
Minimum Qualifications section above.
- Please keep in mind that any such Preferred Qualifications should
be job related and relevant (i.e., directly related to the duties
and responsibilities described in this Job Description) and stated
in non-prejudicial language.
Notes:
- Hours and days of the week will vary.
PrimaryLocation : California,Downey,Downey Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 1
Shift : Day
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
WorkingHoursStart : 07:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 03:00 PM
Job Schedule : Per Diem
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B12-KPNAA-KPNAA
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners
Department : Downey Medical Center - Anesthesiology-Inpatient -
0806
Travel : Yes, 75 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a
diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation,
national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry,
disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information,
other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or
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