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CRNA Waco Hillcrest

Baylor Scott & White Health, Woodway, Texas, United States, 76712

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Join our team at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Waco Hillcrest, a leading healthcare provider offering exceptional services to the community. With a 236-bed acute-care Level II Trauma hospital, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch medical care. Our facility houses the sole Level III neonatal intensive care unit in the region and accommodates the largest group of primary care physicians on our staff.

At our Magnet recognized institution, known for nursing excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering superior patient care. Our specialties include neurosurgery, urology, sports medicine, orthopedics, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Explore the opportunity to be part of our team and make a difference in the healthcare field.

Job Summary The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a licensed registered nurse with advanced specialized training in the administration of anesthesia. The CRNA administers, monitors, and adjusts anesthetic doses to individual patients, from neonatal through geriatrics, during surgery and other procedures. Limited to select locations based on unique workplace dynamics.

Responsibilities

Interprets physician's pre-anesthetic evaluation and lab data.

Reviews health history, including psychosocial as well as biophysical. Reviews all current laboratory data.

Performs pre-induction examination and inspection of anatomical parts or organ systems related to a formulated anesthetic plan. Reviews with the patient the proposed surgery.

Performs a brief physical assessment of the patient, dentures, prosthetic devices, allergies, and NPO status. Verifies that all prescribed safety standards (i.e., machine check list, functional suction equipment, airway management equipment, proper placement of monitoring and electrosurgical electrodes, physical positioning) have been complied with before induction of anesthesia.

Induces and maintains general anesthesia at required and safe levels, using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.

Selects and administers anesthetic techniques, medications, and adjunctive drugs according to accepted departmental guidelines.

Performs intratracheal intubation and extubation protecting the patient at all times.

Identifies and manages emergency situations according to departmental policies and procedures.

Performs regional anesthesia using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.

Monitors life support functions, recording various data; ensures equipment is in working order. Uses all available noninvasive monitoring devices and documents data at required intervals.

Manages fluid, blood and electrolyte loss and replacement within the guidelines of the Department of Anesthesia policies and procedures.

Performs basic perioperative diagnosis testing and documentation to the anesthetic record. Records all pertinent events during the procedure and provides post-anesthetic follow-up as required.

Terminates anesthesia in a timely fashion, ensuring patient safety to post-anesthetic recovery room and provides post-anesthetic care as needed.

Key Success Factors

Obtains 40 CEUs every two years.

Maintains certification and registration.

Keeps informed of current trends and updated procedures.

Knows concepts of cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Demonstrates ability to accept and initiate change and to communicate effectively.

Functions as part of a health care/anesthesia team.

Ability to work variable hours and share on-call duties with timely response.

Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well. For full details, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore offerings, which may include:

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.

Qualifications

EDUCATION - Bachelor’s

EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA); ACLS (ACLS) and BLS (BLS) as required within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Seniorities and Employment

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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