Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist CRNA

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below:

International SOS is looking for an individual who is experienced as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to provide anesthesia to surgical patients for a variety of operations and/or procedures.Key Responsibilities:Administration of general anesthesia monitored anesthesia care and Bier blocks. No epidurals, spinal, or other nerve block techniques are required.Conduct comprehensive preoperative evaluations to assess patient medical history, physical condition, and anesthesia risks.Review laboratory results, imaging studies, and other diagnostic information to determine appropriate anesthesia plans.Develop and implement individualized anesthesia care plans based on patient needs and surgical requirements.Obtain, prepare, and use all equipment, monitors, supplies, and drugs used for the administration of aesthesia.Performing and ordering safety checks as needed.Administer various forms of anesthesia, including general, regional, and MAC, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids and blood products necessary to manage anesthetics.Perform and manage Bier Blocks.Continuously monitor patients’ vital signs and anesthesia depth during procedures.Manage airway and respiratory support as necessary throughout the surgical process.Leading resuscitative efforts until a physician can take over efforts.Insert peripheral venous catheters.Provide appropriate non-invasive monitoring modalities utilizing current standards and techniques.Provide care in the post-anesthesia recovery unit, monitoring patients’ recovery.Management of post-operative pain.Assess and manage any immediate postoperative complications or side effects related to anesthesia.Work collaboratively with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.Participate in Mortality and Morbidity committee when part of care team of patient needing review.Participate in peer review and audits.