Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia assessments, including reviewing patient history and identifying risk factors
Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans in collaboration with physicians and surgical teams
Administer general, regional, and local anesthesia for surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures
Monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia levels throughout procedures and make necessary adjustments
Provide post-anesthesia care, including monitoring recovery and managing pain control
Respond to emergency situations, including airway management and resuscitation
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to ensure coordinated patient care
Ensure adherence to anesthesia safety standards, protocols, and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records
Educate patients and families about anesthesia procedures and post-operative care

Strong clinical knowledge of anesthesia practices and patient monitoring
Proficiency in administering various types of anesthesia and managing airway techniques
Excellent critical thinking and decision-making skills
Ability to work effectively in high-pressure surgical environments
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in electronic medical record (EMR) systems

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nurse Anesthesia from an accredited program
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification
Active and unrestricted RN and APRN licenses (or ability to obtain)
National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred

Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

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