Washington University in St. Louis
Salary
$176,600 - $309,100 / YEAR
Administers anesthesia and monitors patient vital signs during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures. Oversees patient recovery and collaborates with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure patient safety.
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification is required, while a Doctor of Nursing Practice is preferred.
Scheduled Hours 40
Administers anesthesia, monitors patient’s vital signs, and oversees patient recovery from anesthesia; assists anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other members of the healthcare team during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
Job Description: Primary
Reviews schedule of cases assigned daily and studies lab values and physical findings in pre-anesthetic examination. Determines in consultation with an anesthesiologist the choice of anesthetic technique and appropriate monitoring for each patient. Ascertains that blood of proper type is available when indicated and operative permit is properly signed. Explains procedure to patients, including risks and benefits. Assembles supplies and equipment in operating room. Selects solutions to be administered for fluid replacement. Administers anesthetic agents to maintain patient in surgical anesthetic state. Places both noninvasive and invasive monitors as indicated to monitors patient’s blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, color and fluid loss and watches for significant physical changes. Keeps surgeon and anesthesiologist informed of patient’s condition. Records condition of patient prior to, during and following administration of anesthetic and type of anesthetic used. Assists in moving patients to recovery room and observing condition, notifying physicians when unfavorable situations develop. Assists with care of patients suffering respiratory or cardiac emergency problems with airway management techniques and using Advanced Cardiac Life Support guidelines. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Alternative work schedules. On-Call (Beeper). Requires protective devices. Patient care setting. Direct patient care setting. Physical Effort Typically standing or walking. Typically bending, crouching, stooping. Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less). Equipment Office equipment. Clinical/diagnostic equipment. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: B.S.N. - Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing Certifications/Professional Licenses: The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Red Cross, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists, Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA) - American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA), Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.
Education: D.N.P. - Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
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