Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Responsible for administering anesthesia to patients undergoing medical procedures. Conducts pre-anesthetic evaluations, monitors patients during procedures, manages airways, and oversees post-anesthesia recovery. Works collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals across hospital and outpatient settings. Current RN license and CRNA certification (NBCRNA).Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited nurse anesthesia program. BLS and ACLS required; PALS preferred. Prior experience in high-acuity or surgical environments. Familiarity with EMRs and anesthesia documentation systems. Perform pre-anesthesia evaluations and obtain informed consent. Select/administer anesthetic agents and airway interventions. Provide induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia. Insert and manage invasive lines. Monitor vital signs and respond to complications. Manage fluid, blood, electrolyte, and acid-base balance. Perform venous/arterial punctures and regional anesthesia techniques. Evaluate post-anesthesia recovery and manage pain. Participate in emergency response and resuscitation. Ensure equipment safety checks and maintain clinical competency. Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods. Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling. Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs independently; >50 lbs with assistance/devices. Assist with patient positioning/transfers using proper body mechanics. Manual dexterity for clinical procedures and computer use; adequate vision, hearing, and speech. All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position. South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
