Under the medical supervision of a physician Anesthesiologist, administers general and regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical and other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric in accordance with hospital and departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; homeostasis; monitoring; response to emergencies related to airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and management of patients on ventilators.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
· N/A.
Education
· Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools by date of hire.
License, Certification, Registration
· Registered Nurse License (California)
· Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (California) within five (5) months of hire
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support required at hire
· Basic Life Support required at hire
Additional Requirements:
· New Graduate. Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients.
· GRNAs must demonstrate both technical/clinical and professional skill and ability along with all related techniques and procedures within the scope of practice as defined by the State of California Department of Consumer Affairs.
· Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development.
Preferred Qualifications:
· General and Regional administration, deep sedation, Hemodynamic monitoring, use of all Anesthesia related equipment's, communication skills and a team player.
Notes:
· Days of the week, hours and location in the Downey Service area may vary.