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What You Can Expect:
• Collaborative, team-based care model with anesthesiologists
• Supportive leadership and ongoing mentorship
• Structured onboarding and continuing education
• A culture of respect, inclusion, and clinical excellence
• Opportunities to work in a dynamic academic medical environment
Job Summary
The CRNA I is a board-certified licensed clinician who provides anesthesia services to all patients in the organization. General responsibilities include review of patients' medical history, administration and management of anesthesia, and monitors patient during procedure or throughout peri-operative period. Incumbent is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist).Essential Functions
-Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting. Provides patients or health care proxies necessary information related to anesthesia and in preparation for procedures.
-Collaborates with the nursing and surgical teams determines appropriate type of anesthetic to be used, ensuring quality of care. Performs pre-operative assessments, including histories, physical examinations, and review of systems.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings. Conducts the induction and maintenance of anesthesia under the direction of appointed supervisor.
-Administers general (intravenous / inhalation) and regional anesthesia and serves as a resource related to anesthesia care within the OR and patient care environments. Inserts invasive monitoring lines required for an anesthetic and interprets the data.
-Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests. Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-Monitors the life support functions of patient during period of anesthesia, or surgery as needed. Assesses, interprets, and treats physiologic responses to anesthesia that include oxygenation, circulation, and ventilation.
-Keeps OR and Anesthesia care team informed of patient's condition and documents pertinent information concerning anesthetic course in the EMR. Prepares and evaluates the safety of anesthetic equipment, supplies, and drugs.
-Participates in drug or operational audits, projects, and meetings as needed. Works with the staff of the Pharmacy department in handling and use of drugs and related agents. Properly waste drugs in approved and consistent manner.
-Provides observation and care in immediate post operative period until a report of pertinent information has been given to and responsibility for patient accepted by the RN or MD covering the appropriate recovery area.
-Is responsible for supplying documentation of continued registration as a CRNA and maintain credentialing.
-Collaborates with multi-disciplinary team in all aspects of patient care within the peri-operative setting.
-Contributes to and participates in clinical education, such as Student Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
-May provide coverage at additional site locations as needed.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Nurse Anesthesia Practitioner required
Licenses and Credentials
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist [CRNA (NBCRNA)] - National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) required
Mass Registered Nurse preferred
Experience
Experience as a CRNA or New Graduate 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, biochemistry, chemistry, physics and pharmacology as related to anesthesia.
- Foreign language skills for patient population is desired.
- Demonstrates clinical competence within the scope of clinical practice standards set by the department.
- Must be comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic, team-based care setting, with the ability to work independently as well as in a care team to deliver high quality care.
- Effective interpersonal skills to work with surgeons and staff in a variety of cases and environments. Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.
- Ability to keep up with up to date best practices in the field of anesthesia.
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, is actively seeking qualified Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our dedicated team. This advanced practice role offers a unique opportunity to grow your clinical skills within a collaborative anesthesia care model, supported by a large academic medical center with a strong history and affiliation with a leading medical school.
At Salem Hospital, CRNAs enjoy a collegial and respectful relationship with anesthesiologists as part of an integrated care team. We offer a supportive practice environment with outstanding leadership, a comprehensive orientation and training program, and regular check-ins—especially tailored to help new graduate CRNAs thrive in our fast-paced, acute care setting.
Our practice culture is grounded in the core values of knowledge, compassion, innovation, and collaboration. We are deeply committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Every role at Salem Hospital plays a vital part in delivering exceptional care and improving patient outcomes.
Why Salem Hospital?
Located on the North Shore, Salem Hospital is the region’s largest healthcare provider and employer. As part of Mass General Brigham—founded by Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women’s Hospital—we offer our patients and staff access to world-renowned subspecialists and a network committed to excellence in care, safety, and innovation.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
81 Highland Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
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