Summary

The Atlanta VA Medical Center is looking for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for Anesthesiology Service in Specialty Care. Various tours available. This is an open continuous announcement. Applicants who apply within 10 days after opening of announcement will be considered first. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. Qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. Subsequent applicant lists will be sent upon hiring manager request.

Duties

• The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is a specialty-trained registered nurse who administers anesthesia to patients who are undergoing surgeries or special procedures
• Duties include but not limited too: Skill in conducting and managing anesthesia for a broad range of complex surgical procedures
• In addition - the CRNA must be able to adapt/modify anesthesia techniques in order to optimize patient care
• Ability to complete work assignments selected to add depth and breadth to their technical knowledge and skill competence
• Work assignments will vary at each facility depending on the progressive acuity required for anesthesia care
• Ability to respond to emergency situations by providing airway management - administration of emergency fluids and drugs - and by the use of basic or advanced cardiac life support techniques in order to perform necessary resuscitation procedures
• Ability to effectively blend technology - skills - and competency for the advancement of anesthesia techniques - pharmacology - and equipment
• Ability to apply new developments and theories to develop and demonstrate the ability to recognize and solve various complex anesthesia situations
• Ability to practice nurse anesthesia with colleagues and peers in a team concept of anesthesia care and blend management skills with technical experience
• Ability to recognize clinical and technical aspects of anesthesia care and has in-depth knowledge of anesthesia methods and techniques for the practice of anesthesia
• Ability to perform as a mentor - preceptor - or nurse educator providing didactic and clinical instruction for graduate-level nurse anesthesia students and/or other anesthesia care providers
• Ability to participate in the development of anesthesia patient care audit process involving in-depth review and analysis of anesthesia records
• Ability to provide guidance and instruction in preparing others for positions of leadership and ethical practices which impact patient care
• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Flexible Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Recruitment Incentives: Authorized EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment
• Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application
• Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
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