Kaiser Permanente·Anaheim, California
Administers general and regional anesthesia for various surgical and obstetrical procedures across all age groups under physician supervision. Responsibilities include pre-operative evaluations, intraoperative monitoring, and post-operative stability management.
Administers anesthesia to all age groups. Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. TJC, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining patient. Reviews chart for relevant information. In collaboration with MD selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. Evaluates patients response to pre-medication. Communicates with surgeon and physician anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient. Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition. Prepares drugs for administration. Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof. Monitors the patient intraoperatively. Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and takes necessary action to maintain stability. Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours). Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with departmental guidelines. Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures. Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. TJC, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements). Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff and other personnel. May perform other duties within scope of licensure/certification as required.
Must be able to work within an Anesthesia team model, work with MDAs, CRNAs and Anesthesia TECHs.
General and Regional administration, deep sedation, Hemodynamic monitoring, use of all Anesthesia related equipments, communication skills and a team player.
Will work at Anaheim and Irvine Locations. Will work rotating weekends and holidays.
Requires a graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program and a California Registered Nurse license. Must obtain CRNA certification within five months of hire and hold current ACLS and BLS certifications.
Market context
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