Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

@ University Health

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Elmendorf, Texas

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About the job

Join the University Health network as a Staff Physician providing comprehensive family care in community ambulatory centers. Requires certification, licensure, and adherence to Texas Medical Board standards to serve diverse patient needs effectively.

Requirements

Board certification or eligibility
Completion of ACGME residency
Current medical license in Texas

Qualifications

Board certification in specialty
Maintain AHA BLS or higher
DEA certification

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POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as member of health care team that is responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Serves as a subject matter expert in critical care and airway management. Functions in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings including ambulatory surgery centers (ASC).

EDUCATION
A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. Graduation from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must be currently licensed as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Texas and registered by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA ACLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Certification by a national nursing body is recommended.

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