Department
Anesthesia
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse Anesthesia assists anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists in the acquisition, preparation, and application of the equipment and supplies required for the administration of anesthesia. Supports fluid resuscitation efforts with set-up, IV fluid delivery systems, volume administration, and blood administration. Assist with point of care testing. May assist with the transport of medication to or from the provider. Responsible for maintenance, operation and troubleshooting of anesthesia equipment and providing assistance and support for the Clinical/Anesthesia Tech I and II as needed. Utilizes knowledge, expertise, and involvement in professional activities to teach new anesthesia employees and serve as a resource for other members of the anesthesia and OR teams. Serves as Anesthesia Support across the Health Care System.
Responsible for the performance of diversified nursing functions in emergency or other unpredictable situations requiring additional nursing care in addition to the basic Registered Professional Nurse job description. The RN Anesthesia manages patients requiring extensive, invasive intervention (central lines) and assist with emergent respiratory support. Works independently and gives direction to other members of the health care team. In conjunction with the duties of the critical care staff nurse, will also perform duties of the critical care resource nurse. The RN is legally accountable and responsible for patient care, whether accomplished personally or by another perioperative team member. The RN will be competent to provide patient care following standards set forth in the Florida Nurse Practice Act, SMH, and the department.
Required Qualifications
- Require graduate of an accredited school of nursing or a diploma program. For new hires after 2012, Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing (BSN) is required within specified timeframe as outlined in the New Hire BSN Agreement policy (126.045).
- Require basic working knowledge of commonly used computer applications.
- Require excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Require previous PACU, ER, ICU, OB, or Procedural Experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefer certification in nursing specialty area.
Preferred Education
BSN: Bachelor of Science Nursing
Required License and Certs
ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
BLS: Basic Life Support/CPR
FL RN: FL Registered Nurse License
- Prefer certification in nursing specialty area.
$0 per YEAR Employment Type: Full-Time