Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Under the medical direction of an Anesthesiologist, develops anesthetic plan and administers anesthesia in assigned locations. Observes patients’ physiological condition while under anesthesia and initiates corrective actions as necessary or as directed by physician. Performs pre- and post- operative evaluations on assigned cases, and provides accurate documentation in the electronic medical record

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the direction of an Anesthesiologist provides quality patient care considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs through competent anesthesia practice Assembles necessary supplies, drugs and equipment for each case, and tests equipment to ensure proper functioning for surgical procedure. Discusses and develops anesthetic plan in collaboration with anesthesiologist. Reviews patients’ medical records to determine types of procedures to be performed and evaluate patient’s medical status. Establishes or confirms the presence of appropriate intravenous access. If trained and credentialed, may insert arterial catheters, perform spinal anesthesia, and IV regional anesthesia. Provides emergency airway support as requested throughout the facility Performs supportive life functions, including intratracheal intubation, management of blood, fluid and electrolyte loss, and maintenance of cardiovascular and respiratory functions. Identifies and manages emergency situations, including assessment of adequacy of recovery or antagonism of muscle relaxants, narcotics, and other agents; implements appropriate management techniques. Carefully documents all activities on the anesthetic record or patients’ medical record. Reports to other departments when transferring patient care responsibilities. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature, attending related seminars, conferences and the like. Regularly attends weekly Department Meetings and participates in committees as requested. Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution. Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, colleagues, and visitors to Trinity Health. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places. Behaves in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision, Values and policies of Trinity Health. Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing. Graduate of and accredited school of Nurse Anesthesiology with a master’s degree or PhD.

Experience: Experience not required but preferred.

Certification/Licensure: CRNA certification, RN and CRNA specialty nursing license in the state of Michigan, BLS/ACLS/PALS certification

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to work shifts as required including nights, weekends, and holidays

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran