What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Anesthetist position at Lakeview Hospital?
Job Description
To assess, plan, perform, and document professional nurse anesthetist practice at Lakeview Hospital; to provide work direction for and oversight of unlicensed assistive personnel; to assist with diagnostic and treatment procedures; to provide a safe and therapeutic environment; to coordinate, communicate, interpret, and explain patient care services to the patient, their family, health professionals and others; responsible for providing patient care and support during general, regional or monitored anesthesia care, and is responsible for patient safety while under anesthesia; works with the staff anesthesiologists, surgeons, and surgical staff to provide safe and evidenced based care to patients and performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: .8 FTE; Mostly day/evening coverage; variety of 8, 10, 12 hours shifts. Option for overnight and weekend call shifts.
Required Qualifications
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
To assess, plan, perform, and document professional nurse anesthetist practice at Lakeview Hospital; to provide work direction for and oversight of unlicensed assistive personnel; to assist with diagnostic and treatment procedures; to provide a safe and therapeutic environment; to coordinate, communicate, interpret, and explain patient care services to the patient, their family, health professionals and others; responsible for providing patient care and support during general, regional or monitored anesthesia care, and is responsible for patient safety while under anesthesia; works with the staff anesthesiologists, surgeons, and surgical staff to provide safe and evidenced based care to patients and performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: .8 FTE; Mostly day/evening coverage; variety of 8, 10, 12 hours shifts. Option for overnight and weekend call shifts.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree or Doctorate Nursing Practice Degree or equivalent
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license by Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Current Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Active through Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Credentialed through National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – American Heart Association or BLS – American Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer & Health Care Provider)
- Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification
- Must have strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills with a customer-service orientation.
- Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to effectively participate on an interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Ability to collaborate, develop and maintain effective working relationships with patients, family members, and co-workers.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures and medical intervention techniques
- Knowledge of infection control practices and their relation to patient care outcomes
- Ability to recognize changes in patient’s condition or body systems
- Ability to critically think about clinical situations and intervene appropriately
- Skilled in using patient care related equipment and supplies.
- Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
- Ability to provide individualized care and respond to a variety of patient/family preferences.
- Ability to provide an exceptional patient experience utilizing strong customer service skills.
- Advanced problem-solving skills and/or techniques
- Knowledge of principles of management and the change process
- Knowledge of current anesthesia practice and policies
- Ability to assess caregiver competence in the clinical setting
At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.
We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.
At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.
Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.
Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.