Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

@ University Health

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Lockhart, Texas

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About the job

The role involves delivering primary health care, performing diagnostics, and managing patient treatment plans. Requires licensure, certification, and prescriptive authority in Texas. Focus on patient care and following protocols. Ideal for licensed PAs seeking clinical impact.

Requirements

Licensed Physician Assistant in Texas
Certification by NCCPA
Prescriptive authority
AHA BLS or higher
ACLS certification for acute care

Qualifications

Completed accredited PA program
Current Texas PA license
Valid DEA number within 90 days
AHA BLS certification
Experience in clinical settings

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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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