Anesthesiology | MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital | Saint Louis, MO | Req #: R105535

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews schedule and administers anesthesia to patients assigned.
Makes preop evaluations on all patients assigned to his/her care. Studies chart for results of history and physical, medical consults, and preop tests, to determine probable effects of anesthesia on the patient, and takes appropriate actions to correct abnormalities if possible. Initiates EKG, blood pressure and pulse oximeter monitors prior to induction.
Assists in positioning patient on operating table, taking care to protect the patient from injury.
Induces anesthesia on direction of attending surgeon.
Administers anesthesia under direction and supervision of anesthesiologist in collaboration with surgeon. Supports life functions during the administration of anesthesia, including induction and intubation. Maintains anesthesia at appropriate levels. Administers no more than one anesthetic at a time.
Provides appropriate pre-anesthesia and post-anesthesia management of the patient.
Recognizes and takes appropriate corrective action (including requisitioning consultation when necessary) for abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjuctive medication or therapy. Provides professional observation and resuscitative care (including requesting consultation when necessary) until the patient has regained control of his vital functions. Provide other forms of patient care, such as emergency intubation, inhalation therapy, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation as needed.
Record all pertinent data on the anesthesia record. Inform PACU nurse of patient's condition and any expected problems. Keep surgeon informed of patient's condition at all times.
Follows established infection control guidelines and reports safety hazards for immediate resolution
Assembles necessary supplies and equipment needed, and tests equipment to assure proper function prior to commencing anesthesia. Disassembles and cleans equipment according to policies of the department. Requisition necessary equipment, supplies, adjustments and repairs.
Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
Master's degree in a health care related field or Advanced Practice Provider Certificate

EXPERIENCE
One year nursing experience

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN) - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Registered Nurse (RN) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Wyoming State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - West Virginia Board of Examiners for Registered Professional Nurses
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Virginia Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Vermont State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Utah State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Texas Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Tennessee State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - South Dakota Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - South Carolina Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Ohio Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - North Dakota Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - North Carolina Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - New Mexico Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - New Jersey Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Nebraska Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Board
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Montana Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Missouri State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Mississippi Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Maryland Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Maine State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Louisiana State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Kentucky Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Kansas State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Iowa Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Indiana State Board of Nursing
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Idaho Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Colorado Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Georgia Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Florida Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Arizona State Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Delaware Board of Nursing
Registered Nurse (RN) Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) Multi-State - Alabama Board of Nursing

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