CRNA Casual, UPMC Lititz

Transform Lives with UPMC: Join Our Team as a casual CRNA in Lititz, PA!

UPMC is a leader in providing life-changing medicine. Let us provide you with a life-changing career! The UPMC Lititz Anesthesia Department is a single-location, mixed practice with anesthesiology residents and CRNAs. The schedule is Monday through Friday with no holidays, weekends, or call requirements.

Both 8-hour and 10-hour shifts are available. The case mix includes orthopedics, general surgery, obstetrics, vascular, cardiac, GI, podiatry, pain procedures, and occasional pediatric cases.

Desired Candidate

• Graduate of an accredited CRNA program
• Ability to acquire a license to practice in Pennsylvania
• Must obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care
• Comfortable with a wide variety of cases
• Experienced providers and new graduates encouraged to apply

About South Central Pennsylvania

• Resilient and diverse economy driven by growth in manufacturing, sciences, agriculture, and technology
• Features both rural and suburban living with abundant sports, arts, cultural events, and entertainment
• Low cost of living for a high standard of living and long-term financial growth
• Close to historically significant areas like Gettysburg, Appalachian Trail, and Hersheypark
• Top-rated public schools, blue-ribbon private schools, and top colleges and universities

Purpose

The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery, monitors the patient's physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient.

Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines.

Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs in the clinical area.

Administers anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation; (2) anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence, (3) post-anesthesia care, and (4) peri-anesthesia clinical support functions.

Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation of the QI plan.

Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required. Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required. Master's degree preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranCopy from Internal Qualifications