Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) #62596 - AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing

• Ref#: IC-CRNA-0932
• Profession: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist(CRNA)
• Location: Houston, TX
• Facility Type: Medical Center
• Coverage Type: Clinical
• Job Type: Contract (1 year)
• Start Date: July 1, 2024
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Full and unrestricted License in any State, or US Territory
• BC/BE
• Minimum two (2) years experience as a CRNA
• NPI
• BLS/ACLS
• DEA Certificate

• Conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop anesthesia plans.
• Administer all forms of anesthesia and provide intra- and post-operative care.
• Serve on the "Code Blue" team, providing emergency airway and resuscitation management.
• Foster effective working relationships with all staff levels throughout MEDVAMC.
• Apply anesthesia principles to patient care.
• Perform pre-anesthetic patient history and physical exams, including gathering preoperative consults and data to formulate an anesthetic plan.
• Explain anesthetic risks, benefits, and alternatives to patients.
• Prepare the patient and procedural area for anesthesia administration.
• Administer various types of anesthesia with continuous evaluation of the patient’s status.
• Manage post-anesthetic care to optimize recovery and minimize pain.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of anesthesia records and services.
• Stay updated with advancements in anesthesia and work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment to improve services and patient care.
• Collaborate with colleagues in a team concept, demonstrating effective communication and professional behaviors.
• Guide and train anesthesia and medical students.
• Demonstrate skill and adaptability in managing anesthesia for a broad range of surgical procedures.
• Perform clinical and technical aspects of anesthesia care with in-depth knowledge of methods and techniques.
• Integrate technology and skills for advancing anesthesia techniques, pharmacology, and equipment.
• Apply new developments and theories to solve complex anesthesia situations.
• Respond to emergencies with airway management, administration of emergency fluids and medications, and appropriate resuscitation procedures, adhering to patient directives in VISTA.
• Collect and record pertinent data in the electronic patient medical record.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.