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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position please click theApply link/button.
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Minimum Qualifications:
Master Degree or Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia by date of hire
Current CRNA license or CRNA Licensure by date of hire
One (1) year of CRNA experience
Certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists by date of hire (proof of these requirements may be requested at any time).
Must have accountability and high level problem solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least one (1) year of CRNA experience preferrably in a Tertiary care hospital
Additional Information:
Employees in this role must be fitted for capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).
Responsibilities:
Perform and document the preanesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
Review request and order (as state law permits) laboratory/diagnostic studies.
Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services.
Select obtain order and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment.
Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan.
Select obtain prepare and use equipment invasive and non-invasive monitors supplies and drugs for administering sedation anesthesia and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed.
Select order obtain and administer analgesic and anesthetic agents adjuvant drugs accessory drugs fluids or blood products necessary to provide anesthesia services.
Perform all aspects of airway management including fiberoptic intubation.
Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia by evaluating patient response selecting ordering and administering medications fluids and ventilator support to maintain patient stability during transfer.
Initiate and administer post-anesthesia pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system.
Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post-anesthesia period.
Evaluate the patients response to anesthesia and surgery; take appropriate corrective action during the post-anesthesia period.
Provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care.
Discharge the patient from the post-anesthesia care unit.
Implement acute and chronic pain management modalities.
Manage emergencies by assessing stabilizing and determining disposition of patients including providing airway management administration of emergency drugs and fluids and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
Participates in required educational programs.
Participates in monthly departmental meetings.
Seeks ongoing professional educational growth.
Maintains current licensure requirements for CRNA
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
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