| Purpose of Job This position is responsible for the delivery of anesthesia services on an individualized patient care basis through the nursing process assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in accordance with the Standards of Nurse Anesthesia Practice as defined by the medical center and Minnesota Nurse Practice Act. Job Functions 
 
 
 Performs a thorough and complete pre-anesthesia assessment, obtains informed consent for planned anesthetic intervention. 
 Formulates a patient-specific plan for anesthesia care in cooperation with attending MDA. 
 Monitors the patient's physiological condition as appropriate for the type of anesthesia and specific patient needs. 
 Ensures complete, accurate, and timely documentation of pertinent information on the patient's medical record. 
 Assesses anesthesia care to assure its quality and contribution to positive patient outcomes. 
 Aides in the completion of the departmental managerial duties as assigned. 
 Performs capable airway management i.e. endobronchial intubation, difficult intubation techniques, emergency response measures including CPR, meconium stain and RMC Emergency Preparedness Program. 
 Performs other duties as assigned. 
 
 Minimum Education/Work Experience 
 
 Graduate of an accredited school of nursing 
 Knowledge/Skills/Abilities 
 
 Continuously updates current anesthetic knowledge concepts and skills including age specific indicationsAbility to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functionsAbility to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned aboveAble to incorporate RMC policies within scope of practiceUtilizes effective communication skills and professionalism in interpersonal relationships with patients, families and other members of the health care teamFosters a learning environment for customers, RMC employees and studentsAbility to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populationsAbility to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above 
 License/Certifications 
 
 
 Current professional nurse licensure in Minnesota 
 Nurse anesthesia certification and current recertification 
 BLS, ACLS completion must be obtained at the first offering after hire 
 PALS certification or completion within one year from date of hire. Current employees PALS certification or completion within one year from 6/2024. 
 
 Compensation Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials. Benefits Ridgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families.Click here to view the benefits available. |