W‑2 PRN

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This casual CRNA position at Wexford Hospital, part of Allegheny Health Network, involves providing anesthetic care to patients in the surgical setting. The nurse anesthetist assesses each patient presenting for anesthesia and then plans, evaluates, and carries out the anesthetic management, keeping accurate medical record documentation. A large share of the role is continuous monitoring of patients under anesthesia, including correcting abnormal responses, while keeping the attending physician informed of the plan and bringing the physician into decisions that fall outside the CRNA's knowledge or scope of practice.

The position also includes taking part in performance and quality improvement initiatives, acting as a clinical resource for the interdisciplinary team, and possibly mentoring new staff or students. The nurse anesthetist is expected to follow legal and ethical nursing standards, including those of the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, observe safety standards, and comply with regulatory requirements. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Applicants need a current Pennsylvania RN license or a current multistate license under the enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact. Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists is required, and previous CRNA experience is preferred. Required credentials include CPR through the American Heart Association, PALS, and ACLS, along with several clearances: Act 34 criminal background, Act 33 child abuse, and Act 73 FBI fingerprinting.