CRNA – $50,000 Sign-on Bonus (Full-time) Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Job Description:

LMC CareersFull TimeFull-timeSign-On Bonus:

$50,000Consistentlynamed best hospital, Lexington Medical Center dedicates itself toproviding quality health services that meet the needs of itscommunities. Ranked #1 in the Columbia metro area by U.S. News &World Report, Lexington Medical Center is the only hospital namedone of the Best Places to Work in South Carolina and the firsthospital in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status forexcellence in nursing care.

The 607-bed teaching hospital anchors ahealth care network that includes six community medical centers andemploys more than 8,700 health care professionals. The networkincludes a cardiovascular program recognized by the AmericanCollege of Cardiology as South Carolinas first HeartCARE CenterTMand an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence affiliated with MUSCHollings Cancer Center for research and education. The network alsofeatures an occupational health center, the largest skilled nursingfacility in the Carolinas, an Alzheimers care center and nearly 80physician practices. Its postgraduate medical education programsinclude family medicine and transitional year residencies.

JobSummaryThe job responsibilities for Certified Registered NurseAnesthetists at Lexington Medical Center must be performed undermedical supervision. CRNAs provide anesthesia services for allpatients from birth through geriatrics. Anesthesia services areprovided for all types of patients incorporating pre-anesthesia,intra-op anesthesia, post anesthesia and emergency airwayintervention.

Minimum QualificationsMinimum Education:

NoneMinimumYears of Experience:

NoneSubstitutable Education & Experience:

None.

Required Certifications/Licensure:

Current RN licensed in thestate of South Carolina;Current Advanced Practice Registered Nursein the state of South Carolina;Board certified by the AmericanAssociation of Nurse Anesthesia Council on Certification;ACLS andPALS certifications.

Required Training:

None.

EssentialFunctionsQualified nurse anesthetists must be able to provideanesthesia care under the direction of a supervisinganesthesiologist who has been granted privileges at LexingtonMedical Center.

A CRNA may administer a regional anesthetic onlywith permission from the attending anesthesiologist.

The nurseanesthetist may exercise independent judgment within the area ofhis/her professional competence and may participation directly inthe medical management of patients under the supervision of ananesthesiologist or a specified physician. The nurse anesthetistmay perform the following medically delegated tasks:

GeneralAnesthesia and AnalgesiaPre-operative preparation andevaluationIntravenous agentsInhalation agentsIntramuscularagentsPost-operative evaluationRegionalAnesthesiaInfiltrationIntravenousUpper extremity blocksLowerextremity blocksProceduresIntravenous catheterreplacementIntravenous administration of: fluids, blood, plasma,plasma expanders, muscle relaxants, vasoactive drugsPlacement ofarterial linesMechanical ventilationResuscitative techniques andtherapyPerforms and documents pre-anesthetic assessment andevaluation of the patient.

Consults with attending Anesthesiologistregarding plan of carePerforms complete safety and working ordercheck of all anesthesia equipment prior to initiating ananesthetic.

Selects and applies appropriate monitoring forcontinuous evaluation of patient status.

Selects and administersappropriate drugs, fluids, and supplies for the safe conduction ofanesthesia.

Manages the patient airway and pulmonary status usingcurrent practice modalitiesFacilitates smooth induction, casemanagement, and emergence from anesthesia by selecting andadministering appropriate drugs, fluids, and airway managementtechniquesInitiates necessary intravenous access lines includingarterial lines appropriate for case managementDuties ℜsponsibilitiesResponds appropriately to emergency conditions andsituations making appropriate decisions for airway management,fluid, and drug administrationProvides accurate report to licensedpersonnel appropriate for their field of expertise for the safemaintenance and or recovery of the patientProvides accurate reportto license personnel appropriate for their field of expertise forthe safe maintenance and or recovery of the patientActivelyparticipates in post anesthesia assessment and department qualityassurance programFollows the current scope and standards for NurseAnesthesia PracticeFollows the current Code of Ethics of NurseAnesthesia PracticeFollows Department and Hospital policiesPresentsto work in an appropriate and timely fashionFollows hospital policyfor meeting service expectations providing courteous and respectfultreatment of all customers including but not limited to:co-workers, patients, families, medical personnel, andvendorsFollows hospital and departmental Anesthesia and Surgerydress code policy displaying a non-defaced badge and professionalattire to include but not limited to: clean scrubs, appropriatehead wear or cap, and removing shoe covers and masks prior toleaving the perioperative area.

Employee understands, agrees, andrecognizes that the department functions in a 24-hour, 7-day a weekcapacity and that there is an off-shift and call provision andstaff obligation to meet department needs.

Ensure Hazardous Waste orHazardous Waste Pharmaceuticals are discarded, stored, and managedwith other compatible waste streams in containers that are properlylabeled and closed prior to being shipped offsite for properdisposal. Initial RCRA training is received within 6 months of thehire date and continuing with annual RCRA training.

Performs allother duties as assigned.

We are committed to offering quality,cost-effective benefits choices for our employees and theirfamilies:

Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefitsHealthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs)Employeesare eligible for enrollment into the 403(b) match plan day one. LHImatches dollar for dollar up to 6%.Employer paid life insuranceequal to 1x salaryEmployee may elect supplemental life insurancewith low cost premiums up to 3x salaryAdoption assistanceLHIprovides its full-time employees employer paid short-termdisability and long-term disability coverage after 90 days ofeligible employmentTuition reimbursementStudent loanforgivenessEqual Opportunity EmployerIt is the policy of LMC toprovide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals, and toremain compliant with applicable state and federal laws andregulations. LMC strives to provide a discrimination-freeenvironment, and to recruit, select, on-board, and employ allemployees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age,disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy,childbirth, or related medical conditions, including but notlimited to, lactation. LMC endeavors to upgrade and promoteemployees from within the hospital where possible and consistentwith the employees desires and abilities and the hospitals needs.byJobble