Nurse Anesthetist-CRNA

Loma Linda • San Bernardino, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides
comprehensive anesthesia care (general anesthesia, procedure-related sedation,
and regional techniques) in collaboration with the medically- directed
anesthesiologist who is directly available during the entire course of
anesthesia at all LLUMC and LLUMC affiliated sites; determines age-specific
(neonatal through later adult) anesthesia plan prior to induction; communicates
effectively  throughout anesthetic episode; applies theoretical concepts to
clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills
with a focus in anesthesia care; utilizes discretion and independent judgment in
the delivery of whole-person care; practices within the CRNA scope of practice
and follows LLUMC policies, protocols, techniques, guidelines, and state and
federal regulations; utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in
customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism; contributes to a work
environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and
patient population.  These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH
hospitals. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing required.
• Graduation from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia required.
• Valid California Registered Nurse license required.
• Valid California Nurse Anesthetist Certificate required.
• Current certification by National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications by the American Heart Association required.
• Able to read; write legibly; speak in English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality
• use computer and software programs necessary to the position
• troubleshoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others
• be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies
• work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure
• lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate
• accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone
• think critically
• work independently with minimal supervision
• perform basic math functions
• manage multiple assignments effectively
• work well under pressure
• problem solve
• organize and prioritize workload
• recall information with accuracy
• pay close attention to detail.
• Able to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
• hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
• identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place/patient care
• see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position
• discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience providing anesthesia care as a CRNA or student nurse anesthetist within the last twelve months preferred.
• speak in Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• provides comprehensive anesthesia care (general anesthesia, procedure-related sedation, and regional techniques) in collaboration with the medically- directed anesthesiologist
• determines age-specific (neonatal through later adult) anesthesia plan prior to induction
• communicates effectively throughout anesthetic episode
• applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and clinical skills with a focus in anesthesia care
• utilizes discretion and independent judgment in the delivery of whole-person care
• practices within the CRNA scope of practice and follows LLUMC policies, protocols, techniques, guidelines, and state and federal regulations
• utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer service, safe patient care, and professionalism
• contributes to a work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally diverse workforce and patient population
• Performs other duties as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees