Department/Unit:
Anesthesiology General
Work Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Salary Range:
$0.00 - $0.00PD position in Glens Falls
CRNA
Job Description Summary
The role of the CRNA is to delivery safe anesthesia to patient requiring anesthesia and accurately assess data reflective of the patient's status, interpret data and provide individualized care. CRNAs must demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served and demonstrate the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Job Description
* Administer general and regional anesthesia under the supervision of an anesthesiologist according to delineation of privileges.
* Participate in the pre and postoperative evaluation and management of patients.
* Assist in the care and maintenance of supplies and equipment used in administering anesthesia care.
* Respond to emergencies related to airway management and resuscitation.
* Participation in Albany Medical College's Center for Nurse Anesthesiology program by participation in didactic and clinical teaching and evaluation of students.
* Assist in the maintenance of hospital procedures, policies, safety regulations, and program objectives.
* Interview patients to obtain informed consent.
* Other duties as required by the Chief Nurse Anesthetist, the Chairman, Dept. of Anesthesiology, or the Director of Operating Room Anesthesia.
* Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Albany Medical Center.
Minimum Qualifications
* Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
* Licensed as a Registered Nurse in New York State.
* Currently certified by the NBCRNA.
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Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.
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