Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (72306)

Join Our Team at Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster (OAL)

At Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster (OAL) were more than just a medical practicewere a trusted part of the community. For generations families across Central Pennsylvania have turned to us for expert orthopedic care delivered with compassion innovation and integrity.

With five convenient locationsLancaster Willow Street Manheim (at the Spooky Nook Sports Complex) Lebanon and EphrataOAL offers a dynamic and patient-centered work environment. Were proud to be consistently recognized for our cutting-edge technology advanced procedures and warm professional staff. Our team includes not only leading orthopedic physicians and surgeons but also dedicated professionals across clinical and administrative roles who make exceptional care possible every day.

OAL is privately owned by our surgeons and supported by a team of 400 employees who share a commitment to excellence. At our Lancaster and Lebanon campuses we operate our own outpatient orthopedic surgery centerNPSCwhere we perform a wide range of surgeries including total joint replacements using the most advanced techniques available.

When you join OAL youre joining a respected organization where your work makes a difference. Whether youre clinical clerical or somewhere in between we offer a culture of collaboration opportunity and purposeall in service of helping people live stronger healthier lives.

Summary/Objective:

The staff CRNA is responsible for the administration of anesthesia to patients either with medical direction of a staff anesthesiologist or non-medically directed in cooperation with a surgeon according to all facility policies. Participate with other facility team members to provide optimal patient care. As a nursing professional uses the nursing process to care for patients.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible for all aspects of the professional anesthesia care of the patient by utilizing the nursing care process. Coordinates care with other disciplines involved in patient care.

  • Ensures patient safety through appropriate transport transfer and positioning of patient

  • Ensures that all appropriate equipment and supplies are available and ready prior to the start of surgery and restock anesthesia carts and supply areas daily.

  • Administer appropriate anesthetic techniques under supervision of or medical direction of staff anesthesiologist or non-medically directed in cooperation with the surgeon or medical director.

  • Coordinates closely with the centers nursing and medical staff to ensure optimum patient care.

  • Completes all appropriate medical record and billing documentation according to center policies.

  • Knowledgeable in the use and function of related anesthesia equipment and maintain good working condition of all anesthesia equipment including daily cleaning of reusable equipment.

• Makes plans for and implements appropriate patient care

  • Follows assignments teaches and supervises care given by ancillary personnel.

  • Using professional nursing care assesses the needs and status of the patient to provide pre-op intra-op and post-op evaluation as directed by anesthesia department policies.

  • Maintains and completes patient records and chart confidentiality according to center policies.

  • Institutes and coordinates emergency care as appropriate.

  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Possesses an understanding of the range of treatment needed by patients dependent on the stage of growth and development of an age groups life span.

  • Evaluates outcomes and adjusts nursing care process as necessary in consultation with other nursing staff and staff members as needed. Participates in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.

  • Participates in staff meetings committees staff development and educational programs to meet personal professional facility certification and regulatory requirements as defined in State licensure requirements

  • Medicare and the accreditation organization.

• Accepts responsibility for patient safety and assures safe practice.

  • Demonstrates competency necessary to perform patient care.

  • Participates as a member of the Center team to promote a positive working environment.

• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the facility.

• Performs all other duties as assigned and assists in other nursing activities as needed at Center.

Interpersonal

• Maintain open and positive communication with nursing personnel and other health professionals.

• Share relevant resources with staff.

• Communicate with patients families/significant others.

• Maintain professionalism within NPSC/OAL.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient and personnel information.

• Participate in continuing education programs.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Education/Licensure/Certification:

• Masters or Doctorate Degree with a focus in Anesthesia.

• Pennsylvania State Licensure as an RN.

• Certified as a Nurse Anesthetist.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• PALS and ACLS certifications are required.

• Completion of the organizations credentialing process.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in an OR setting.

• Work collaboratively with business staff clinical staff and physicians.

• Basic computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Word).

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Physically demanding high-stress environment.

• Exposure to blood sharp instruments and other devices body fluids and tissue communicable diseases chemicals radiation and repetitive motions.

• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients.

• Must exhibit desirable trunk and extremity mobility and strength to perform job duties.

• Manual and finger dexterity.

• Hand and eye coordination.

• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time.

• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Must be able to wear a lead apron.

• Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range.

• Working under stressful conditions.

Schedule: The CRNAs will work Monday Friday 7:00am- 3:30pm.

Travel Requirement: The CRNA may be required to work in both NPSC locations: Lancaster and Lebanon.

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