Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (PRN)

Summary & Objective

Below is a summary and overall objectives of the job. This section describes the primary purpose of the position.

During the term of this Agreement, and subject to the policies, procedures, protocols, system,

controls and regulations of the Practice, CRNA shall devote professional time and effort to

Practice as needed and based upon a schedule as agreed between Practice and CRNA. CRNA

will not engage directly or indirectly in any business, calling, or enterprise that may interfere

with the performance of his or her duties to Practice, without the prior written consent of the Practice.

Essential Functions

Below is a list of the essential functions of the job truly necessary or required to perform the job, Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties as assigned may be required.

• Evaluate patients to formulate an adequate anesthetic plan.
• Manage and administer anesthesia during surgical and/or interventional pain procedures
• Record patient medical history and anesthetic amounts.
• Monitor, manage, and treat changes in patient functions during operations, including breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
• Monitor conditions of patients before, during, and after anesthesia to look out for adverse reactions.
• Coordinate and direct a team of nurses, medical technicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Collaborate and communicate with other medical professionals to determine care plans and provide high-quality patient care.
• Conduct research to make advancements in the field of anesthesiology.

Education

The following formal education is required and/or preferred or for the job.

Required:

• Master’s degree in Nursing

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations

Below is the list of required and/or preferred certificates, license and registrations for the job.

• Completed Accredited CRNA Program
• Active, Full, Unrestricted Arizona Nursing License
• BLS/ACLS/PALS Certification
• Certification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
• Arizona Nursing Board appropriate qualifications as a clinical provider

Experience & Skills

Below is the list of required and/or preferred experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities for the job.

• 3 years of experience as a CRNA
• Compassionate attitude with a focus on outstanding patient care.
• Excellent communication skills to listen and speak with patients and colleagues.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and oftentimes high-pressure environment.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• N/A

Travel: Travel to clinics and ASSCs is required

Work Environment

Below is a description of working conditions and the working environment such as the noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person’s working conditions while performing the job.

• May be exposed to bloody/body fluids and infectious disease
• May be exposed to communicable disease when interacting with patients
• May be exposed to environmental hazards such as exposure to noise and travel

Physical Demands

Below is a list of the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting, driving, general office activities, manual dexterity, and vision and the number of hours required to perform the task.

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, bending, and reaching
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Please note, this job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.