What are the responsibilities and job description for the CRNA Per Diem Salem position at Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc.?

Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, is actively seeking qualified Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our dedicated team. This advanced practice role offers a unique opportunity to grow your clinical skills within a collaborative anesthesia care model, supported by a large academic medical center with a strong history and affiliation with a leading medical school. The CRNA I is a board-certified licensed clinician who provides anesthesia services to all patients in the organization. General responsibilities include reviewing patients' medical history, administering and managing anesthesia, and monitoring patients during procedures or throughout the perioperative period. The incumbent is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist). Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. Provides patients or health care proxies necessary information related to anesthesia and in preparation for procedures. -Collaborates with the nursing and surgical teams and determines the appropriate type of anesthetic to be used, ensuring quality of care. Performs pre-operative assessments, including histories, physical examinations, and review of systems. -Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Conducts the induction and maintenance of anesthesia under the direction of the appointed supervisor. -Administers general (intravenous / inhalation) and regional anesthesia and serves as a resource for anesthesia care within the OR and patient care environments. Inserts invasive monitoring lines required for an anesthetic and interprets the data. -Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures. -Monitors the life support functions of the patient during the period of anesthesia or surgery as needed. Assesses, interprets, and treats physiologic responses to anesthesia that include oxygenation, circulation, and ventilation. -Keeps OR and Anesthesia care team informed of patient's condition and documents pertinent information concerning anesthetic course in the EMR. Prepares and evaluates the safety of anesthetic equipment, supplies, and drugs. -Participates in drug or operational audits, projects, and meetings as needed. Works with the staff of the Pharmacy department in handling and use of drugs and related agents. Properly waste drugs in an approved and consistent manner. -Provides observation and care in the immediate post-operative period until a report of pertinent information has been given to and responsibility for the patient accepted by the RN or MD covering the appropriate recovery area. -Is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA and maintain credentialing. -Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team in all aspects of patient care within the peri-operative setting. -Contributes to and participates in clinical education, such as Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist. -May provide coverage at additional site locations as needed.

Education

Master's Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner required

Licenses and Credentials

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist [CRNA (NBCRNA)] - National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required
Mass Registered Nurse preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support and (ACLS) certification required.

Experience

Experience as a CRNA or New Graduate 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and pharmacology related to anesthesia.
- Foreign language skills for patient population is desired.
- Demonstrates clinical competence within the scope of clinical practice standards set by the department.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based care setting, with the ability to work independently and in a care team to deliver high-quality care.
- Practical interpersonal skills to work with surgeons and staff in various cases and environments. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
- Ability to keep up with up to date with best practices in the field of anesthesia.
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.

At Salem Hospital, CRNAs enjoy a collegial and respectful relationship with anesthesiologists as part of an integrated care team. We offer a supportive practice environment with outstanding leadership, a comprehensive orientation and training program, and regular check-ins-especially tailored to help new graduate CRNAs thrive in our fast-paced, acute care setting.

Our practice culture is grounded in the core values of knowledge, compassion, innovation, and collaboration. We are deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Every role at Salem Hospital plays a vital part in delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.

Why Salem Hospital?
Located on the North Shore, Salem Hospital is the region's largest healthcare provider and employer. As part of Mass General Brigham-founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital-we offer our patients and staff access to world-renowned subspecialists and a network committed to excellence in care, safety, and innovation.

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Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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