PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Topeka, KS, United States - The University of Kansas Hospital

Description

Position Title

PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - St. Francis Campus

St Francis Campus


Position Summary / Career Interest:
Responsible for administering and monitoring anesthesia to patients during surgical and/or obstetrical procedures.


Responsibilities:

• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• Required to cover a minimum of two shifts per month if staffing needs permit it.
• Responsible for providing own malpractice insurance while working as a PRN employee at The University of Kansas Health System.
• Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Assesses patients before anesthesia including analyzing medical history and planning anesthesia delivery.
• Administers various types of anesthesia including inhalational, intravenous, regional anesthetics based on anesthetic plan. Performs any necessary invasive procedures including insertion of catheters.
• Observes and records all patient functions being continuously monitored and evaluates need for ancillary drugs to maintain normal functioning.
• Consults with staff anesthesiologist as necessary regarding patient condition.
• Documents for patient record all relevant assessment, care and monitoring data.
• Ensures availability of required supplies and equipment before anesthetic procedure.
• Educates patients, families and staff on anesthesia aspects related to conditions and diseases. Reassures patient before procedure. Accompanies to recovery area to ensure condition satisfactory.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist-PRN

Opportunity

The Department of Anesthesiology at The University of Kansas Health System is seeking PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists. Both newly trained and experienced CRNAs are welcome to apply.

Enjoy a friendly and collaborative culture with mentorship for new graduates, and a positive work environment with great work/life balance.

Successful completion of nursing anesthesia program, certification, and eligibility for licensure in the State of Kansas are required.

Why join our team?

• CRNAs are integrated members of the anesthesia care team comprised of more than 100 CRNAs, 65 anesthesiologists, residents and anesthesia technicians
• Broad caseload in multiple surgical specialties - transplant, trauma, ortho, ENT, neurosurgery, OB and hearts. We welcome sub-specialty interests
• CRNAs perform a full range of procedures
• A minimum of 2 shifts per month and proof of malpractice for PRN staff
• 8, 10, 12-hour shifts

About The University of Kansas Hospital - St


Francis Campus:
The University of Kansas Health System - St. Francis Campus is proud to be a part of a long legacy of quality, compassionate care. The St. Francis Hospital began serving its community in 1909. Today, the hospital has 378 beds, a history of technological advancements, and a generous and supportive community.

In 2017, through a partnership between Ardent Health Services and The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis embarked on a new era.

Ardent is renowned for its outstanding record of community investment, leading edge technology, and health care achievements to the hospital's management.

The University of Kansas Health System is known for its medical and surgical advancements, quality of care, research, and expansive provider network.

About Topeka:
As the capital city of Kansas, Topeka offers an array of opportunities and attractions.

A population of nearly 180,000 residents, Topeka is home to the Firekeeper Golf Course at Prairie Band Casino and Resort, Washburn University (top-ranked public master's level university) and the Topeka Zoo.

Community Life - The arts are alive and well in Topeka with more than 20 galleries, multiple performing arts venues and First Friday ArtWalk events in the Arts District.

Outdoor enthusiasts love exploring, camping and boating at Lake Shawnee, Perry Lake and Clinton Lake. Topeka has miles of paved and wooded trails for walkers, joggers and bikers.

Livability - Neighborhoods, schools, civic and cultural activities, economic incentives and a "we can do that" attitude combine to make Topeka one of the best small metros in the United States.

Affordability - Topeka's overall cost of living index is 91.7, more than 10 percent below the national urban area average.

Housing in the Topeka market is particularly affordable.

Location - One-hour drive to Kansas City and 30 minutes to popular university towns including The University of Kansas in Lawrence, and Kansas State University in Manhattan.

About Kansas City (located an hour from Topeka):

A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people, Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living.

Walkable, tree-lined neighborhoods surround the campus, which is within close proximity to the city's top destinations, including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts, Union Station & Science City, National WWI Museum, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, as well as the Country Club Plaza, a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.

Overall, the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage, a strong economy, a vibrant downtown area, and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities.

It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond.

Residents enjoy safe, suburban neighborhoods, great restaurants and shopping, miles of bike paths, parks and lakes, excellent schools (public, private, and universities for higher education).

The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, Kansas Speedway, and T-Mobile Center.

Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC, KC Current, Kansas City Mavericks, and we will be hosting the World Cup Visit for more information about Kansas City.

Interested applicants please send CV to Darci Deskin, Provider Recruiter, at or David Pennington, Chief CRNA at


Time Type:
Part time


Job Requisition ID:
R-31490

We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.

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