PRN Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

** Per Diem

Share:[share to e-mail](mailto:?body=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia,%20PA,%20United%20States:%20https://careers.pennmedicine.org//jobs/18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna)[Tweetshare to twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&source=tweetbutton&text=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539)[Share on Facebookshare to facebook](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&t=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States)[Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&title=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States)

[Apply Now](https://careers.pennmedicine.org/jobs/18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna?tm_company=47008&tm_event=view&tm_job=UPHS-INFOR-313539#start)

Save JobSaved

**Description**

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Department: Anesthesia CRNAs

Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania & Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

Hours: Per Diem

_We’re hiring Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our world-renowned Anesthesiology and Critical Care team. The Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center (PPMC) provides anesthesia services for the highest acuity patients in the region. Join us today!_

The Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides anesthesia services to patients across the enterprise. The Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will perform safety inspections on anesthesia machines and assist with the preparation of supplies, monitoring lines and other anesthesia related equipment such as fluid warmers and warning blankets. He or she will seek prompt consultation from appropriate department members or help arrange for maintenance of malfunctioning equipment.

• Make preoperative visits, assess the patient's condition, discuss anesthetic management and administer anesthesia, all with consultation of the appropriate staff anesthesiologist in accordance with accepted standards of professional practice, licensing laws.
• Assemble, prepare, and test needed supplies and equipment prior to an anesthetic for self and colleagues, as needed. Assist in preparing the patient in the operative room.
• Apply, insert and utilize various monitoring equipment including arterial, CVP and SG catheter lines, oximetry, capnography and peripheral nerve stimulators.
• Administer various types of anesthesia, including inhalation, intravenous, spinal, epidural and nerve blocks. All anesthesia is administered under the supervision and attendance of staff anesthesiologists.
• Maintain the anesthetic state according to current standards, keep the anesthesiologist and surgeon informed as to the patient's condition, and be competent to deal with anesthetic emergencies.
• Record the preoperative, operative and postoperative data describing the condition of the patient. Record the drugs used for anesthesia. This information is transcribed on progress notes and the anesthesia record in accordance with correct charting techniques. This information is the permanent record concerning the anesthetic.
• Assist in the postoperative care of the patient, remain with the patient until transfer to the PAR or SICU and check periodically on the postoperative condition. Give a full report to the receiving nurse (PAR, SICU, etc.) and verify initial vital signs before transfer is complete.
• Aid in the evaluation and care of the intubated and/or ventilated ICU patient as directed.
• Participate as a member of the Cardiac Resuscitation Team.
• Assist in the practical instruction of techniques of anesthesiology to interns, residents, medical students and supportive staff.
• Participate in the care and maintenance of equipment as necessary.
• Participate in the Quality Improvement activities of the Anesthesia Department.
• Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (Required)
• Master's Degree Graduation from an approved CRNA school (Required)
• 0-1 years Accredited anesthesia school, prior experience not necessary.

• CRNA (Required)
• RN - PA (Required)
• Credentialed by OMA (Required)

• Ability to take the initiative in decision making.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions.
• Ability to be responsive to the needs of a variety of customers at the same time.
• Ability to balance independent activity and physician supervision.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

**Current UPHS-paid Employees must [CLICK HERE](https://pennmedicinecareersinternal.ttcportals.com/) to apply on the Internal job board**

Share:[mail](mailto:?body=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia,%20PA,%20United%20States:%20https://careers.pennmedicine.org//jobs/18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna)[Tweetshare to twitter](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&source=tweetbutton&text=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539)[Share on Facebookshare to facebook](http://www.facebook.com/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&t=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States)[Share on LinkedInshare to linkedin](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.pennmedicine.org%2Fjobs%2F18048787-prn-certified-registered-nurse-anesthetist-crna%3Ftm_company%3D47008%26tm_event%3Dview%26tm_job%3DUPHS-INFOR-313539&title=PRN%20Certified%20Registered%20Nurse%20Anesthetist%20(CRNA)%20in%20Philadelphia%2C%20Pennsylvania%2C%20United%20States)

Apply Now

Similar Jobs