CRNA, UPMC Shadyside, Casual
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UPMC
Pittsburgh, PA, US
Summary
The CRNA provides comprehensive anesthetic care, including induction, maintenance, and emergence, in cooperation with supervising physicians. They are responsible for monitoring patient reactions and ensuring safety across various surgical specialties.
Job Description
Exciting CRNA Opportunities at UPMC Shadyside!
Location: University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Anesthesiology Department at UPMC Shadyside
Position: Casual Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists
Shifts: Flexible Staffing Support
Why UPMC Shadyside?
• Cutting-Edge Environment: Be a part of a dynamic team at our 520-bed tertiary care facility with Magnet Status and serves as an academic teaching hospital, managing over 19,000 surgical cases each year. Facilities include 21 Main ORs, 6 ASC ORs, a Bronchoscopy Lab, two GI Labs, Interventional Radiology/CT/MRI suites, a dedicated Airway team, two EP Labs, and Radiation Oncology
• Diverse and Engaging Cases: The department handles a variety of specialty cases, including Outpatient (ASC), Surgical Oncology, Plastics, Orthopedics, Cardiac/Hybrid (TAVR), Neurosurgery, Complex Urology, ENT, General Surgery, Robotic, and Thoracic.
• Career Growth and Flexibility: With over 4,000 APP professionals and 616+ CRNAs, you’ll find abundant opportunities for advancement. Enjoy flexible schedules and a comprehensive career ladder designed to support your professional journey and recognize your contributions.
Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all patients in cooperation with the supervising physician, following Department of Anesthesiology standards and hospital policies. They administer anesthesia, monitor patients' reactions to sedatives and anesthetic agents, and inform the anesthesiologist of any adverse conditions that may threaten patient safety.
Responsibilities:
- Administer anesthesia and related care, including pre-anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, emergence, post-anesthesia care, and peri-anesthesia support.
- Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines
- Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs.
- Performs 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 in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards
- Participate in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation.
- Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required.
- Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required.
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 that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
- 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
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research, and education. Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania. Our 100,000 employees — including more than 5,000 physicians — care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas. UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price. To learn more, visit UPMC.com.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Pittsburgh, PA
