Job Description
CRNA Positions at UPMC Williamsport, Surgical Services
Location: Williamsport, PA
Shifts: Flexible 8, 10, and 12 shifts available. Also, special two-week schedule of 72-hour weekend shift every other weekend. 7A Friday to 7A Monday. On 3 days / Off 11 days available.
Sign-On Bonuses and incentive Packages Available!
Service Cases: Cardiac, Plastics, Thoracic, Vascular, Trauma, Pediatrics, Orthopedics
What You Can Bring to UPMC:
• Contribute to UPMC’s mission of Life Changing Medicine
• Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team
• Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families to achieve desired patient outcomes
• Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care profession
What UPMC Can Do for You:
• A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful now and in the future
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and an exceptional retirement program
• Work-life balance with PTO, wellness programs, and paid parental leave
• Competitive pay including base pay, merit, and premium pay
Purpose:
The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients, monitors their physical reactions, and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse conditions.
Responsibilities:
• Perform according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon
• Participate in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation of the QI plan
• Administer anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation, anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence, post-anesthesia care, and peri-anesthesia clinical support functions
• Assist with the teaching and evaluation of newly hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs in the clinical area
• Assume responsibility and accountability for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines
Qualifications:
• Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required
• Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required
• Master's degree preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required
• Board Certified, Recertified, or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required
• CPR required based on AHA standards within 30 days of hire
• AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by the institution upon hire
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Facility: UPMC Williamsport | Company: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) | Phone: 412-864-2034 | Contact: Rise` Porter-Wolf