Senior Nurse Anesthetist - Urology Center

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Type of Position:

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

ICE | PeriopSvc CRNA

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Summary of Job Duties:

CRNAs at the Urology Center operate under the supervision practice model and provide care for a variety of cases including cystoscopies, prostate biopsies, circumcisions, vasectomies, TURPs, and penile implants, no open or laparoscopic cases. Typical IR cases include I-port placements, solid organ biopsies, G-tube placement/exchanges, AV fistulas, uterine artery ablations, etc.

Qualifications:

Sign-on and CRNA referral bonuses are available. 

• CRNA must be licensed by the State of Arkansas as an RN and APRN and be certified by the Council on Certification/Recertification of the AANA.

• Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia by date of hire

• Current CRNA license by date of hire

• Certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists by date of hire (proof of these requirements may be requested at any time). 

Additional Information:

Clinical responsibilities of the CRNA are delineated by their clinical privileges and may include:
•    Perform and document the pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
•    Review, request, and order (as permitted by state law), laboratory/diagnostic studies.
•    Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services.
•    Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment.
•    Develop and implement an anes