Nurse anesthetist full-time

Under the medical supervision of an Anesthesiologist, administers general and regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical and other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric in accordance with hospital and departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; response to emergencies related to airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and management of patients on ventilators.Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination.Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient.Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition.Administers anesthesia in accordance with delineated clinical privileges and any conditions or restrictions imposed thereof.Precepts student nurse anesthetists.Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures.Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools.License, Certification, Registration~ Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (California)~ Registered Nurse License (California)~ Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist National CertificationExperience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients.Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development.directly related to the duties and responsibilities described in this Job Description) and stated in non-prejudicial language.Will work rotating shifts.