Per Diem Nurse Anesthetist

apartment MD Anderson Cancer Center Texas location_onHouston, TX, US

MD Anderson Cancer Center has a Per Diem Nurse Anesthetist opportunity in our Anesthesiology department.

Join Our Team at MD Anderson - Department of Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine

We are a dynamic academic department committed to excellence in clinical care, research, and education. Our team includes 95 faculty and 110+ CRNAs working in an anesthesia care team model to provide world-class anesthesia and pain medicine for cancer patients.

Practice Highlights:

Facilities: 37 inpatient ORs, 6 outpatient ORs, 13-16 procedural suites, plus regional centers in Katy & The Woodlands.
Volume: 55,000+ cases annually.
Specialties: Pediatrics, neurosurgery (awake craniotomies, intra-op MRI), urology, thoracic, general surgery (hepatectomy, Whipple, HIPEC), orthopedic, head & neck, plastics, breast, and more.
No OB, Trauma, or Open Heart.

Be part of a collaborative, innovative team shaping the future of anesthesiology in cancer care.

What's In It For Me (WIIFM)

Opportunity to work at one of the nation's leading cancer centers.
Exposure to complex and varied cases in a highly specialized environment.
Collaborative team culture with strong academic and research focus.
Professional growth through education and training opportunities.

Essential Job Functions:

Determines an appropriate pre-anesthesia examination has been made by a physician, relevant tests have been completed and a thorough assessment of the patient has been performed. Develops a plan of care based on assessment, interpretation, anticipated procedure, and essential equipment. Coordinates with appropriate health care providers. Administers anesthetic agents and adjunctive therapeutics. Monitors physiological responses and takes corrective action to maintain or stabilize the patient's condition. Provides resuscitative care. Records pertinent information on the patient's records. Terminates anesthesia. Provides patients with post-anesthesia care.

EDUCATION

Required: Graduate from an approved program of nurse anesthesia education.

Experience

Required: None

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Required: All of the following: Current State of Texas Professional Nursing license (RN).

Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or (APNP).

Related authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the Council on Certification (or Recertification) of Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support).

MAY BE REQUIRED: Authorization for limited prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 176822
Employment Status: Per Diem
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Day/Evening
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 153,140
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 153,140
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 153,140
FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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Be a U.S. Citizen (or meet AR 25-2) Proficient in computer use (Microsoft), and possess strong interpersonal skills for diverse patient interactions. MTF provides system-specific training. Sufficient experienced in obstetrical and surgical anesthesia (general endotracheal, subarachnoid block and epidural, and IV regional techniques); maintain current certifications; obtain/maintain CRDAMC privileges; invoice for actual hours worked (subject to patient census and mission needs). Manage all aspects of anesthesia care, including pre/post-op evaluations and preparations, administer monitored anesthesia care, regional and general anesthesia, monitor and manage patient reactions to anesthesia and surgery, manage fluid therapy, perform and manage invasive monitoring, as privileged by the MTF. Conduct pre-anesthetic assessments/evaluation of patient, obtain informed consent, and order necessary pre-anesthetic medications/consults. Develop and implement anesthetic care plans. Conduct pre-induction assessments, including medical record review, lab data, medication review, and patient condition updates, noting prior anesthetic experiences and complications. Monitor anesthesia care, management of patient anesthesia experience, and performing preoperative evaluations and preparations, administering Spinal, Epidural, Bier Block, Axillary Block, and other regional anesthesia, and general anesthetics monitoring patient reactions to anesthesia and surgery, managing fluid therapy, and performing post-operative evaluations. Advise Anesthesiologist or attending physician of adverse reactions necessitating non-delegated medical decisions; takes appropriate actions as directed or required. Maintain the patient's physiologic homeostasis and corrects abnormal responses to the anesthesia and/or surgery. Collect and interpret patient physiological data via noninvasive monitoring. Manage the patient's airway and pulmonary status. Manage patient emergence and recovery, including pain/complication management, via medication, fluids, or ventilator support. Document all anesthesia-related events, including agent dosages, fluids, and blood components. Document post-anesthetic visits, noting any complications. Serve as a resource and assist in training staff and student nurse anesthetists in clinical phases. Adhere to CDC and MTF infection control guidelines. Ensure cleanliness and maintenance of anesthesia equipment. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Qualifications: Degree: Master's degree in nursing. Education: Graduate from an academic program, approved by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs (COA). Must have and maintain certification by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetist. Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist from the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) or the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) . Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Texas. Active BLS, PALS, and ACLS. Must meet continuing medical education (CME) requirements About CentralCare Inc: CentralCare Incorporated is a leading SBA certified, woman-owned small business dedicated to providing exceptional medical professionals to support the needs of military and civilian healthcare facilities. CentralCare Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.