Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) -- PRN

Responsibilities

• The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is responsible for administering anesthesia and providing anesthesia-related care before, during, and after surgical or procedural interventions.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other medical professionals to ensure patient safety and comfort. determine appropriate anesthesia plans.
• Administer various types of anesthesia, including general, regional, and local anesthesia, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and adjust anesthesia levels as needed to maintain stability during surgery.
• Provide post-anesthesia care, assessing patients as they recover and addressing any complications.
• Maintain accurate records of anesthesia administration and patient responses, following legal and facility documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with surgical and medical teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Educate patients and families about the anesthesia process and post-operative expectations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia Program
• Active RN and CRNA licensure in the state of Kentucky
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification

As Needed to fill in for vacation and sick relief for full-time CRNA