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The University of Kansas Hospital

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) -St. Francis Campus

The University of Kansas Hospital, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66604


Position Title

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) -St. Francis Campus

St Francis Campus

Position Summary / Career Interest:

Responsible for administering and monitoring anesthesia to patients during surgical and/or obstetrical procedures.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

* Assesses patients before anesthesia including analyzing medical history and planning anesthesia delivery.* Administers various types of anesthesia including inhalational, intravenous, regional anesthetics based on anesthetic plan. Performs any necessary invasive procedures including insertion of catheters.* Observes and records all patient functions being continuously monitored and evaluates need for ancillary drugs to maintain normal functioning.* Consults with staff anesthesiologist as necessary regarding patient condition.* Documents for patient record all relevant assessment, care, and monitoring data.* Ensures availability of required supplies and equipment before anesthetic procedure.* Educates patients, families and staff on anesthesia aspects related to conditions and diseases. Reassures patient before procedure. Accompanies to recovery area to ensure condition satisfactory.* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

* High School Graduate* Bachelor Degree Nursing* Completion of nursing school, graduate of anesthesia school* 2 or more years of nursing experience

Preferred Education and Experience

* 1 or more years Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Required Licensure and Certification

* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - State Board of Nursing* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Courses must be American Heart Association, American Red Cross or approved by the American Heart Association. They must also contain a skills check off as part of the course)* Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Courses must be American Heart Association, American Red Cross or approved by the American Heart Association. They must also contain a skills check off as part of the course)* Copy of the current license for the State of Kansas

Time Type:

Part time

Job Requisition ID:

R-31438

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