Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Cape Canaveral, FL, United States - Acuity International

Description

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COVID Notification:

Candidates selected for a position must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved reasonable accommodation request on file for a medical condition or sincerely held religious belief that prevents them from complying with Acuity's mandatory COVID-19 vaccination requirement.

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) reports to the Program Manager and will be clinically supervised by the site medical director.

1) Small medical/trauma hospitals, (2) Large medical/trauma hospital.
The CRNA will administer anesthetics to patients undergoing medical, dental, and surgical procedures.

Working under the direction of the attending surgeon, dentist, or anesthesiologist, the CRNA duties will include getting supplies and equipment ready for procedures, studying and interpreting pre-surgical tests to determine how the anesthetic will affect the patient, and assuring that an adequate blood supply is on hand in case of an emergency.

They will also perform other tasks during these medical procedures, such as inserting artificial airways, administering oxygen, and attempting to prevent surgical shock.

All services shall be provided in accordance with established standards, principles and ethics of the profession, applicable professional specialty organizations, and the high-quality standard for which Acuity International is recognized.

Perform pre-anesthetic screenings, including physical evaluations, patient interviews, and document results.

• Develops, recommends, and implements standard operating instructions and practices pertaining to the administration and management of anesthetics that ensure client safety, confidentiality, and timely ethical and quality service.
• Discharge patients from post-anesthesia care.
• Manage patients' airway or pulmonary status using techniques such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy, and extubation.
• Monitor patients' responses, including skin color, pupil dilation, pulse, heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, ventilation, or urine output, using invasive and noninvasive techniques.
• Assess patients' medical histories to predict anesthesia response.
• Select, prepare, or use equipment, monitors, supplies, or drugs for the administration of anesthetics. Calibrate and test anesthesia equipment.
• Instruct staff on topics such as anesthetic techniques, pain management and emergency responses.
• Request anesthesia equipment repairs, adjustments, or safety tests.
• Comply with all applicable Acuity International standards and guidelines.
• All Health Care Providers (HCPs) will document care delivered and follow up care required.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and task force groups to improve quality and outcomes, communicate issues, obtain approvals, resolve problems and maintain specific level of knowledge pertaining to new developments, new task efforts and new policy requirements.

Must have completed an accredited Nursing training program leading to a diploma, certification, or bachelor's degree.

• State) Medical license as a Nurse Anesthetist.
• S. Passport.
• All health care providers and medical support staff must have recent clinical experience in patient care for at least 6 months out of the past year.

Must have a valid US Passport with no less than 6 months remaining before expiration.

• Must sign an International Assignment Agreement (IAA) and is bound to the terms and conditions of the IAA.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write and communicate in English.
• Shall demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic word processing programs and the Acuity Medical Management Systems software.
• Shall be proficient in the ability to speak, write, and communicate in English.
• Performs duties in a safe manner and follows the corporate safety policy.
• Participates in and supports safety meetings, training, and goals.
• Must be confirmed by a medical examination to be "medically and dentally fit" in accordance Acuity Medical Readiness Guidelines and Policies and/or as dictated by the Client.
• No conditions that would prevent the wear of personal protective equipment; including protective mask, ballistic helmet, body armor and chemical/biological protective garments or conditions that would prevent the capability of donning, lifting, or carrying of up to 70 lbs. Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment; travel in Iraq is required by surface or air.

Acuity International is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.