ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Monitors patient’s perioperative condition consulting with and informing the anesthesiologist and surgeon frequently and as necessary.
• Performs prompt, accurate and complete recording of all vital signs, procedures, and medications administered.
• Reviews patient history and physiologic findings prior to induction.
• Prepares a plan that ensures communication and coordination with the prescribing physician.
• Prepares patient for surgery, IV access, sedation, invasive line placement as needed and comfort.
• Completes all requirements of CQI, patient billing and accurate patient charting.
• Prepares all medication, equipment and anesthesia machine in a timely fashion.
• Absolutely follows FDA protocol for anesthesia machine check,
• Ensures proper care, cleaning, restocking turnover of equipment and supplies.
• Demonstrates anticipation of upcoming needs and requirements of next procedure.
• Maintains a safe work environment for patients, staff and self.
• Minimizes risk of fire, electrical shock, equipment malfunction and infection.
• Reports variance and unsafe conditions via the proper reporting mechanism.
• Established policies and procedures for InterMed are adhered to.
• Formulates, under medical direction an appropriate anesthesia care plan.
• Considers patient acceptance and physiologic status.
• Works within restraints of time and budget.
• Safely transfers care to PACU team; communicates essential of anesthetic course.
• Maintaining confidentiality in all aspects of patient care.
• Respect patient and family human rights at all times.
• Maintain patient advocate role at all times.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maine, and successfully completed a course for Nurse Anesthesia at an accredited school. Must be board certified as a Nurse Anesthetist by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists.

• ACLS and PALS certification is required.
• Technical skills and ethical judgments are combined within the policies and legal guidelines of the institution.
• Excellent communication and Customer Service skills required to deal with acutely ill patients and to interact with physicians and ambulatory surgery staff.
• A high degree of analytical and problem solving skills as the incumbent must gather and assess data appropriately to patient condition and treat in accordance with physician orders and InterMed protocols.
• Ability to use independent judgment in times of need along with the ability to seek guidance and/or support from appropriate resources.