CRNA - Kyle, TX

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will perform a variety of duties to ensure that quality nursing care is provided in an atmosphere that maintains the privacy, dignity and well-being of the patients. The CRNA is responsible for the patient’s pre-anesthesia and medication, review of the patient’s treatment plan and preparing the patient for interventional pain procedures and surgeries. The CRNA administers anesthesia, monitors the patient’s reaction before and after surgery, and accurately documents all anesthesia care. The CRNA is expected to work collaboratively with all members of the team including nurses and physicians in the operating and recovery room of Plum Creek Surgical Center.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master’s degree in nursing and graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program.

Experience: Minimum of one year prior work experience as a CRNA. Pain management experience is preferred.

Certificates/Licenses: An Advanced Practice license as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform pre-anesthetic screenings, evaluating the patient’s history and physical conditions and conducting patient interviews, and documenting results to predict anesthesia response.
• Develop anesthesia care plans and obtain informed consent from patients for anesthesia procedures.
• Select and administer anesthesia medications or treatments to patients undergoing surgery.
• Manage patients’ airway or pulmonary status during surgery and monitor responses using invasive and noninvasive techniques.
• Prepare prescribed solutions and administer local, intravenous, or other anesthetics following specified methods and procedures.
• Inform physicians/surgeons of the patient’s condition during surgery.
• Assist physicians/surgeons with patient care during surgery when appropriate.
• Respond to emergency situations by providing airway management, administering emergency fluids or drugs, or using basic or advanced cardiac life support techniques.
• Evaluate patients’ post-surgical responses to anesthesia and take appropriate corrective actions if complications occur.
• Monitor patient vital signs and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia.
• Discharge patients from post-anesthesia care.
• Disassemble and clean anesthesia equipment.
• Adhere to all Greater Austin Pain Center, Plum Creek Surgical Center and specific departmental policies.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance. Punctual.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged period of time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Effective communication and problem solving skills
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate office equipment, etc.
• Must display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications
• Strong sense of ethics
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control techniques
• Follows appropriate compliance and safety measures
• Must have careful attention to detail and sharp concentration
• Ability to react quickly when a patient’s condition changes
• Ability to stay calm under stressful conditions
• Good self-control and judgement
• Technical proficiency in a variety of clinical skills and knowledge of operating equipment
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift or move 50 lbs
• Ability to transport patients in stretchers to various rooms/locations

Environmental Conditions: Medical Office environment; Ambulatory Surgery Center

This position is subject to a background check and drug screen.

SUPERVISION:

Direct Supervision: Reports to the Physicians/Surgeons and CEO.

Why join our team:

Greater Austin Pain Center is a fast-growing, independent private practice in chronic pain management, with locations in Austin and the surrounding areas. Our physicians are double board-certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine. We believe in providing excellent service and compassionate care to our patients. We believe in investing in our team by teaching, promoting from within, and offering benefits like health insurance and 401K with match. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare with opportunities for growth, we invite you to apply to our job openings.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person