CRNA Waco Hillcrest -24 hour shift

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Join our team at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Waco Hillcrest, a leading healthcare provider offering exceptional services to the community. With a 236-bed acute-care Level II Trauma hospital, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch medical care. Our facility houses the sole Level III neonatal intensive care unit in the region and accommodates the largest group of primary care physicians on our staff.

At our Magnet recognized institution, known for nursing excellence, we pride ourselves on delivering superior patient care. Our specialties include neurosurgery, urology, sports medicine, orthopedics, and plastic and reconstructive surgery. Explore the opportunity to be part of our team and make a difference in the healthcare field.

Job Description

• The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a licensed registered nurse with advanced specialized training in the administration of anesthesia. The CRNA administers, monitors, and adjusts anesthetic doses to individual patients, from neonatal through geriatrics, during surgery and other procedures.
• Interprets physician's pre-anesthetic evaluation and lab data.
• Reviews health history, including psychosocial as well as biophysical. Reviews all current laboratory data.
• Performs pre-induction examination and inspection of anatomical parts or organ systems related to a formulated anesthetic plan. Reviews with the patient the proposed surgery.
• Performs a brief physical assessment of the patient, dentures, prosthetic devices, allergies, and NPO status. Verifies that all prescribed safety standards have been complied with before induction of anesthesia.
• Induces and maintains general anesthesia at required and safe levels, using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.
• Selects and administers anesthetic techniques, medications, and adjunctive drugs according to accepted departmental guidelines.
• Performs intratracheal intubation and extubation protecting the patient at all times.
• Identifies and manages emergency situations according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Performs regional anesthesia using techniques prescribed by the assigned staff anesthesiologist or techniques customarily used within the department.
• Monitors life support functions, recording various data, also verifies equipment is in working order. All available noninvasive monitoring equipment will be used on all patients receiving general anesthesia.
• Manages fluid, blood and electrolyte loss and replacement within the guidelines of the Department of Anesthesia policies and procedures.
• Terminates anesthesia in a timely fashion, ensuring patient safety to post-anesthetic recovery room. Reverses anesthetic according to departmental guidelines.
• Protects the patient during transportation to Recovery Room. Gives a detailed report to the assigned Recovery Room personnel.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree
• Experience: Less than 1 year of experience
• Certification/License/Registration: Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA), ACLS (ACLS) in 30 days of hire or transfer, Basic Life Support (BLS) in 30 days of hire or transfer.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Key Success Factors

• Obtains 40 CEUs every two years.
• Maintains certification and registration.
• Keeps informed of current trends and updated procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to accept and initiate change.
• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with others.
• Functions as part of a healthcare/anesthesia team.
• Ability to work variable hours.
• Ability to share "on call" duties and be able to respond in the acceptable time frame.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.