OU Health
CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Same Day Surgery
OU Health, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States, 73116
General Description
CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Same Day Surgery. Provide safe quality age-appropriate anesthesia using established guidelines of clinical privileges approved by the Chairman of the Anesthesia Department. Administration of anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Provide and document pre- and post-anesthetic evaluations. Obtain informed consent for anesthesia. Provide induction, maintenance, emergence and post-anesthesia care. Consultation on airway management, participation in codes at the direction of a supervising anesthesiologist. Supportive assistance to residents and medical students on anesthesia rotations. Essential Responsibilities
Provide competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards including but not limited to: Provide safe quality age-appropriate anesthesia using established guidelines of clinical privileges approved by the Chairman of the Anesthesia Department. Administration of anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Provide and document pre- and post-anesthetic evaluations. Obtain informed consent for anesthesia. Provide induction, maintenance, emergence and post-anesthesia care. Consultation on airway management, participation in codes at the direction of a supervising anesthesiologist. Provide supportive assistance to residents and medical students on anesthesia rotations. Report and be accountable to the nurse manager/director/clinical leader, while coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Foster a learning environment for patient/families, nurses and other members of the healthcare team, including students. Be accountable for safety, identify and correct problems, and integrate evidence and best practices into nursing care. Engage in ongoing professional development. Lead and coordinate teams, appropriately delegate, coordinate care and collaborate with others as equal members of the inter-professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Education
Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a nurse anesthesia education program, accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) Council of Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. Successfully passed the national certifying examination within one year of completion of required didactic and clinical requirements. Experience
None Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
Active RN and APRN license in State of Oklahoma with prescriptive authority PALS or ACLS certified NBCRNA certification Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and interact appropriately with patients served. Critical thinking and strong clinical assessment and analytical skills. Knowledge of age-specific patient needs and department policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with medical staff, peers and subordinates. Cultural awareness and professionalism. Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of required job information. Effective verbal and written communication; ability to present information clearly and professionally. Proficiency with Windows-style applications and role-specific software. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of policies and protocols at department and campus/system levels. Reliable transportation; ability to travel between facilities. Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call). Additional Information
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and more.
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CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Same Day Surgery. Provide safe quality age-appropriate anesthesia using established guidelines of clinical privileges approved by the Chairman of the Anesthesia Department. Administration of anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Provide and document pre- and post-anesthetic evaluations. Obtain informed consent for anesthesia. Provide induction, maintenance, emergence and post-anesthesia care. Consultation on airway management, participation in codes at the direction of a supervising anesthesiologist. Supportive assistance to residents and medical students on anesthesia rotations. Essential Responsibilities
Provide competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards including but not limited to: Provide safe quality age-appropriate anesthesia using established guidelines of clinical privileges approved by the Chairman of the Anesthesia Department. Administration of anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Provide and document pre- and post-anesthetic evaluations. Obtain informed consent for anesthesia. Provide induction, maintenance, emergence and post-anesthesia care. Consultation on airway management, participation in codes at the direction of a supervising anesthesiologist. Provide supportive assistance to residents and medical students on anesthesia rotations. Report and be accountable to the nurse manager/director/clinical leader, while coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting. Foster a learning environment for patient/families, nurses and other members of the healthcare team, including students. Be accountable for safety, identify and correct problems, and integrate evidence and best practices into nursing care. Engage in ongoing professional development. Lead and coordinate teams, appropriately delegate, coordinate care and collaborate with others as equal members of the inter-professional care team to integrate nursing knowledge. Education
Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of a nurse anesthesia education program, accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) Council of Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. Successfully passed the national certifying examination within one year of completion of required didactic and clinical requirements. Experience
None Licenses/Certifications/Registrations
Active RN and APRN license in State of Oklahoma with prescriptive authority PALS or ACLS certified NBCRNA certification Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and interact appropriately with patients served. Critical thinking and strong clinical assessment and analytical skills. Knowledge of age-specific patient needs and department policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with medical staff, peers and subordinates. Cultural awareness and professionalism. Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of required job information. Effective verbal and written communication; ability to present information clearly and professionally. Proficiency with Windows-style applications and role-specific software. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of policies and protocols at department and campus/system levels. Reliable transportation; ability to travel between facilities. Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call). Additional Information
OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and more.
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