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Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

CRNA Per Diem

Advanced Practice ProvidersConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeSalem, MA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Master's degree in Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner is required.
  • Current Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist certification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists is required.
  • Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications are required.
  • Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics, and pharmacology related to anesthesia.
  • Demonstrates clinical competence within the scope of clinical practice standards set by the department.
  • Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based care setting, independently and as part of a care team.
  • Must have practical interpersonal skills to work with surgeons and staff in various cases and environments.
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
  • Must keep up to date with best practices in anesthesia.
  • Must be skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
  • Must be able to maintain quality control standards.
  • Must be able to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
  • Must be able to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
  • Must be available to work at least two shifts per month as needed by the department.

Responsibilities

  • Provide anesthesia services to patients throughout the organization.
  • Provide direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
  • Provide patients or their health care proxies with necessary information related to anesthesia and preparation for procedures.
  • Collaborate with nursing and surgical teams to determine the appropriate type of anesthetic and ensure quality of care.
  • Perform pre-operative assessments, including histories, physical examinations, and review of systems.
  • Develop appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
  • Conduct induction and maintenance of anesthesia under the direction of the appointed supervisor.
  • Administer general intravenous and inhalation anesthesia and regional anesthesia, and serve as an anesthesia care resource in operating rooms and patient care environments.
  • Insert invasive monitoring lines required for an anesthetic and interpret the resulting data.
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
  • Order medications and write prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
  • Monitor patients’ life-support functions during anesthesia or surgery as needed.
  • Assess, interpret, and treat physiologic responses to anesthesia, including oxygenation, circulation, and ventilation.
  • Keep the operating room and anesthesia care team informed of the patient’s condition and document pertinent information about the anesthetic course in the electronic medical record.
  • Prepare and evaluate the safety of anesthetic equipment, supplies, and drugs.
  • Participate in drug or operational audits, projects, and meetings as needed.
  • Work with Pharmacy staff in the handling and use of drugs and related agents, and properly waste drugs in an approved and consistent manner.
  • Provide observation and care during the immediate post-operative period until pertinent information is reported and responsibility for the patient is accepted by the nurse or physician covering the recovery area.
  • Supply documentation of continued CRNA registration and maintain credentialing.
  • Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team in all aspects of perioperative patient care.
  • Contribute to and participate in clinical education, such as for Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists.
  • Provide coverage at additional site locations as needed.
  • Provide coverage for daytime, weeknight, and weekend shifts, including vacation coverage and gaps in the clinical schedule.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience as a CRNA or as a new graduate with 0–1 year of experience is preferred.
  • Massachusetts Registered Nurse credential is preferred.
  • Foreign language skills for the patient population are desired.

About the Company

Mass General Brigham

Early-stage life science venture investor

Mass General Brigham Ventures funds early-stage life science ideas arising from Mass General Brigham’s research network. It provides first access to deal flow and proprietary rights, backing the formation and growth of new companies and technologies. It uses capital and support to help translate bold innovations into drugs and medical technologies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Company size
1-10
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
$1.9B
Headquarters
Cambridge, MA
Founded
2008

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