Selects and administers intravenous, spinal and other anesthetics prior to and during surgical or medical procedures, as a member of the anesthesia care team and in accordance with Kaiser Permanente policies and procedures. Monitors patient reactions and vital signs during and after anesthesia and takes remedial action when warranted. Submits postoperative report on patient condition, and maintains records of anesthetics administered. Performs procedures outside of the OR, in accordance with KP policies and procedures, established competency, and MD order. Essential
Responsibilities
Conducts and/or reviews anesthetic evaluation of patients prior to surgical proceedings, deliveries or other pertinent medical procedures in hospital setting; consults with anesthesiologists and/or surgeons.
Reviews patients charts, including permits, pre-operative medications, lab work, and any other significant variations, such as hearing aids, dentures, contact lenses, or other prostheses, in accordance with KPs policies and procedures and the departmental policy.
Evaluates patients to identify apparent difficulties with airway control, etc. Ensures that all pre-anesthesia evaluations are documented thoroughly according to policies and standards.
Explains tests, procedures and disease processes to patients and their family as indicated; explains the major anesthetic risks to patients as requested and documents that the risks are explained to patients.
Develops the care regimen of assigned patients; reviews the care regimen with the supervising physician and gainsconcurrence; implements the anesthesia plan; starts IV solution, administers selected anesthetic, choice of anestheticconsistent with patient safety, surgical need, possible post operative complications, and patients history and conditionsand evaluates and manages the patient, according to departmental policy.
Participates with post anesthesia care unit personnel in a patient safety oriented interface when patients are transferredfrom the surgery suite.
Monitors patients vital signs, such as blood pressure and observes any significant physical changes; informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of patients condition and takes any necessary remedial action such as infant resuscitation when necessary.
Mixes solutions to required concentrations, such as pentothal, succinylcholine, vaso-active drugs etc.
Keeps current accurate and complete record of procedures performed and patients conditions immediately prior to the administration of anesthesia according to established standards.
Performs procedures done outside of OR, such as intubation, arterial line placement, etc., in accordance with policies and procedures, competencies, and physician order. Charts details of procedures done on progress notes.
* Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.
Neighborhoods+Prospective residents frequently choose among several distinct pockets: the historic Old Quad near Santa Clara University and Franklin Square, known for early-1900s Craftsman and Victorian homes on mature tree-lined streets; Rivermark, a master-planned modern community with walkable townhomes and single-family houses centered around Rivermark Village; and Northside, an evolving area of newer townhomes and older ranch properties near Levi's Stadium and Mission College. Central Santa Clara features established 1950s to 1970s mid-century ranch homes, while the city's southwest corner borders Cupertino, placing it in a higher-demand educational tier.
Prospective residents frequently choose among several distinct pockets: the historic Old Quad near Santa Clara University and Franklin Square, known for early-1900s Craftsman and Victorian homes on mature tree-lined streets; Rivermark, a master-planned modern community with walkable townhomes and single-family houses centered around Rivermark Village; and Northside, an evolving area of newer townhomes and older ranch properties near Levi's Stadium and Mission College. Central Santa Clara features established 1950s to 1970s mid-century ranch homes, while the city's southwest corner borders Cupertino, placing it in a higher-demand educational tier.
Getting around+Vehicular commuting revolves around major Silicon Valley arteries including Highway 101, Highway 237, Interstate 880, and Interstate 280. While direct highway proximity enables rapid cross-valley access to major regional medical centers outside of peak hours, morning and evening commute congestion can create substantial delays on primary freeway connectors. Public transit connectivity is anchored by Caltrain service accessible near the Old Quad, though shift workers driving to work largely rely on surface-street workarounds to avoid highway bottlenecks.
Vehicular commuting revolves around major Silicon Valley arteries including Highway 101, Highway 237, Interstate 880, and Interstate 280. While direct highway proximity enables rapid cross-valley access to major regional medical centers outside of peak hours, morning and evening commute congestion can create substantial delays on primary freeway connectors. Public transit connectivity is anchored by Caltrain service accessible near the Old Quad, though shift workers driving to work largely rely on surface-street workarounds to avoid highway bottlenecks.
Outdoors+While the municipality has fewer vast open spaces than outer suburbs, residents have convenient access to regional paths like the paved Guadalupe River Trail and Coyote Creek for running and cycling. Just across the city boundary in San Jose, the Municipal Rose Garden and Japanese Friendship Garden offer peaceful outdoor escapes. For more demanding hikes, outdoor enthusiasts make quick trips to Almaden Quicksilver County Park, Fremont's Coyote Hills, or Mission Peak via the Chabot Trail.
While the municipality has fewer vast open spaces than outer suburbs, residents have convenient access to regional paths like the paved Guadalupe River Trail and Coyote Creek for running and cycling. Just across the city boundary in San Jose, the Municipal Rose Garden and Japanese Friendship Garden offer peaceful outdoor escapes.
For more demanding hikes, outdoor enthusiasts make quick trips to Almaden Quicksilver County Park, Fremont's Coyote Hills, or Mission Peak via the Chabot Trail.
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Living in Santa Clara
Santa Clara offers relocating nurses an efficient, sun-drenched home base right in the core of Silicon Valley, distinguished by clean suburban neighborhoods, historic mission roots, and its own municipal electric utility, Silicon Valley Power, which keeps utility bills significantly lower and more reliable than neighboring towns on PG&E. Housing spans early-twentieth-century Craftsman homes in the historic Old Quad, classic mid-century ranches in Central Santa Clara, and contemporary townhomes in the walkable Rivermark development. Commuting along Highway 101, Interstate 280, Highway 237, or via Caltrain gives quick reach to regional medical centers, though heavy Silicon Valley rush-hour traffic requires strategic shift planning. While the city lacks a bustling, late-night downtown core, healthcare workers find top-tier retail and dining at Westfield Valley Fair, artisanal caffeine at Voyager Craft Coffee, and major entertainment at Levi’s Stadium. With mild Mediterranean weather year-round, proximity to Guadalupe River Trail runs, and family-friendly schools like Don Callejon, Santa Clara delivers balanced, high-functioning convenience despite tight housing inventory and metropolitan traffic.
