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Graduate Registered Nurse Anesthetist (GRNA), Downey (Full time)

Kaiser Permanente
Downey, California
Full-time

Description : Job Summary :

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.

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Administers anesthesia to all age groups.
  • Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
  • Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. TJC, Title 22, Regional and Department requirements).
  • Evaluates patients pre-operatively by interviewing and examining patient.
  • Reviews chart for relevant information.
  • In collaboration with MD selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served : neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
  • Selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination.
  • Evaluates patients response to pre-medication.
  • Communicates with surgeon and physician anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient.
  • Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition.
  • Prepares drugs for administration.
  • Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof.
  • Monitors the patient intraoperatively.
  • Evaluates operative and post-operative condition of patient and takes necessary action to maintain stability.
  • Evaluates the patients postoperatively (within 24 hours).
  • Maintains an accurate accounting of controlled substances in accordance with departmental guidelines.
  • Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures.
  • Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. TJC, CAC Title 22, Regional and Department requirements).
  • Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff and other personnel.
  • May perform other duties within scope of licensure / certification as required.
  • Note : Must be able to work within an Anesthesia team model, work with MDAs, CRNAs and Anesthesia TECHs.

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.
  • 30+ days ago
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