CRNA Pediatric Full-time
Job Description

At Children’s Nebraska, our mission is to improve the life of every child through exceptional care, advocacy, research and education. As the state’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, we provide comprehensive, holistic care to our patients and families—from primary and specialty care to behavioral health services and everything in between. Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth. Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.

A Brief Overview

A CRNA is a member of the anesthesiology care team which administers anesthesia to pediatric patients. The CRNA must possess the necessary skills in order to provide anesthesia care appropriate to the neonatal, pediatric and adolescent population. The CRNA implements the mission, vision, and values of Children's Hospital & Medical Center.

Essential Functions

  • Delivers anesthesia to pediatric population from neonates to young adults within a care team model in the main operative room, cath lab as well as surgery center. * In collaboration with the anesthesiologist, determines the appropriate anesthetic plan of management, manages all aspects of anesthesia care to include preoperative, perioperative and immediate postoperative care. * Recognizes alterations in physiologic responses to the surgical procedure and/or the anesthetic, takes appropriate action and notifies the responsible physician as indicated.
  • Performs pre-anesthetic and post anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient and documents findings. * This includes obtaining an informed consent from the patient, requesting consultations and /or diagnostic studies and ordering pre-anesthetic medications. * Select, apply and insert appropriate non-invasive and invasive monitoring modalities for continuous evaluation of the patient’s physical status. * Preceptor to SRNA students
  • Participates in the program of continuous quality improvement and a variety of other CRNA functions. * Works with staff from other departments in OR for training purposes including transport nurses as well as residents * Works with Anesthesia Pain team to manage postoperative pain * Provides airway management and/or intubations for emergent, and non-emergent and resuscitation situations throughout the hospital as well as IV placements * Provides professional feedback regarding anesthesia issues affecting patient care, department goals, and the hospital vision to Anesthesia department leadership * Works with Nursing Leadership in the performance oversight of anesthesia techs as well as orientation and education * Checks all equipment and agents to be used in the administration of the anesthetic to be sure it is in safe working order. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate personnel.
  • Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
  • Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
  • Promotes professionalism through a team approach when interacting with colleagues, families and personnel throughout the organization
  • Share/teaches information to others in an attempt to provide clinical support to those in need
  • Participates in orientation / education of new employees
  • Represents the department of anesthesia at meetings as requested by anesthesia leadership
  • Assists in literature searches and presents educational offerings as required by anesthesia leadership

Education Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or nursing Anesthetist Required

Experience Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as an Intensive/Acute Care Nurse in pediatrics Preferred and
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience as a CRNA with a pediatric background Preferred

Skills And Abilities

  • Strong organizational skills
  • Knowledge or training in managing patients with congenital heart disease
  • Knowledge or training in managing neonatal patients
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job
  • Perform physical requirements as described in the physical requirements section
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment

Licenses and Certifications

  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure valid in the state of Nebraska Required and
  • CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist Required and
  • Current and valid Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is Required and
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Required and
  • ACLS within 180 Days Required

Children’s is an equal opportunity employer, embracing and valuing the unique strengths and differences of people. We cultivate an inclusive environment of respect and trust where we all belong. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, age, gender identity, religion, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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