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CO CRNA

Employer
Johns Hopkins University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Nov 30, 2020

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Health & Medicine, Other Health & Medicine
Employment Type
Full Time
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The Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine (ACCM) is seeking a Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). This position reports jointly to the Clinical Lead CRNA and the Division Chief of Nurse Anesthesia (Chief CRNA). Primary clinical responsibilities are (a) the administration of intravenous, inhalation and other anesthetics to patients in an operating room and (b) observing the physiological condition of patients while under anesthesia. In conjunction with these primary responsibilities (a) evaluates each assigned patient's physical state and plans the course of anesthesia, (b) obtains, assembles, operates, and/ or monitors anesthesia equipment and (c) ensures that all necessary supplies, drugs and anesthetic agents are available.

Specific duties & responsibilities:

Independently researches new/unknown procedures, diseases, medications, and equipment

Functions within safe parameters for quality/good patient care. Seeks assistance from attending anesthesiologist when appropriate. Uses critical thinking skills and adapts to changes as necessary.

Applies knowledge of pre-op, intra-op, and post-op in effective manner under normal conditions and under emergency conditions

Demonstrates technical competence. Employs dexterity when performing anesthetic procedures.

Understands all anesthetic equipment used in the OR, uses items to full advantage, and handles equipment carefully. Sets up all necessary equipment for a successful anesthetic course.

Pre-anesthesia Assessment & Case Preparation:

  • Performs and documents timely pre-anesthesia assessments:
    • review of medical history (including anesthesia, drug and allergy history)
    • focused physical examination (heart, lungs, airway, ASA classification)
    • plan for anesthesia care
  • Obtains anesthesia informed consent

  • Collaborates and consults with attending anesthesiologist prior to start of case on plan for anesthesia care (general, regional, combined, local, and sedation techniques) when applicable
  • Anticipates key procedures and assures an anesthesia environment (e.g., supplies & equipment including anesthesia machine check, fluid warmers, blood, any "special") necessary to carry out anesthetic plan
  • Orders and administers pre-anesthetic medications and fluids
    • Intra-Op Assessment:

  • Selects, applies and inserts non-invasive and invasive monitoring devices
  • Selects and administers anesthesia, sedation, adjuncts and accessory drugs and fluids
  • Manages patient airway and pulmonary status
  • Demonstrates understanding of relevant clinical issues, recognizes priorities in clinical situations; aware of own limits; appropriate use of tests and procedures
  • Maintains effective communication with team (i.e., intraoperative personnel & Attending Anesthesiologist) including briefing and debriefing discussions
  • Facilitates emergence and recovery from anesthesia and transport to recovery area, providing thorough report to receiving unit in a timely manner
    • Post anesthesia Evaluation & Management:

    Implements acute and chronic pain management Performs and documents timely post anesthesia evaluation and discharges patient from recovery area when appropriate Provides a complete report of patient's anesthetic course and any pertinent information necessary to accurately transfer care of the patient Facilitates room turnover in a timely fashion (room, medicine and equipment prep, pre-op assessment)

    Provides medical services according to the JHM Service Standards to include: Patient Relations, Self-Management, Teamwork, Communications, Ownership/Accountability, and Continuous

    Minimum qualifications (mandatory):

    Education- Complete the requirements for a degree or diploma from an education program in nurse anesthesia approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing. If the nurse anesthesia program was completed after January 1,, 2008, then the program must be at a master's degree or higher.

    Preferred qualifications:

    Special knowledge, skills, and abilities:

    Highly developed clinical, interpersonal and communication skills to effectively communicate on a frequent basis with peers, colleagues, managers, supervisors, other health care professionals, patients and family members to exchange information and resolve conflict.

    Medical Knowledge - Appropriate fund of knowledge, sufficient understanding of disease processes/drug effects and implications for anesthetic care

    Technical qualifications or specialized certifications:

    Must be certified by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists (or Recertification) or from another certifying body approved by the Board, or in the process of acquiring such certification. Current Maryland State RN and CRNA licensure required. Current CPR certification required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. Must maintain current licensure and certifications for duration of employment. Completion of the credentialing process is required prior to start date.

    Any specific physical requirements for the job:

      Must be able to remain in a stationary position for an extended period of time. Must be able to move throughout the hospital as needed for patient care. Must be able to wear lead apron weighing up to 15.5 lbs. Ability to push and pull objects weighing 50 lbs. or more. Ability move or transport objects weighing 50 lbs. or less. (e.g. transport monitors from ICU to OR, medical equipment from workroom to OR) Ability to transfer patients between beds and stretchers. Ability to adjust and raise the head of a hospital bed. Must be able to lift 20 lbs.

    This is a Required Attendance position. In the event of unexpected university closings, the employee in this position is required to report and/or remain at work.

    Classified Title: CRNA ​​​​​
    Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MI
    Starting Salary Range: Competitive; Commensurate with experience
    Employee Group: Full Time
    Schedule: Varies
    Exempt Status: Exempt
    Location: JH at Bayview
    Department Name: Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine, CRNA
    Personnel Area: School of Medicine

    The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

    If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

    The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

    During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

    The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

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    The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

    If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

    The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

    During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

    The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

    EEO is the Law
    Learn more:
    https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
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