Job Description

Under the medical supervision of an Anesthesiologist, administers general and regional anesthesia for all types of surgical, obstetrical and other procedures that require anesthesia services, to patients of various age groups including: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric in accordance with hospital and departmental standards of care. Such intervention may include, but not be limited to: airway management; maintenance of fluid balance; response to emergencies related to airway management and cardiopulmonary resuscitation; and management of patients on ventilators. Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. In collaboration with the anesthesiologist selects anesthetic for patient based on pre-operative examination. Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of each age group served: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. Communicates with surgeon and anesthesiologist regarding special concerns of patient. Checks anesthesia equipment daily and between cases to assure safe operating condition. Precepts student nurse anesthetists. Maintains equipment and supplies as outlined in department policies and procedures. Complies with organizational rules, policies and procedures (i.e. Establishes and maintains courteous and cooperative relations when interacting with public, patients, staff and other personnel. Graduate of an educational program in Nurse Anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs and Schools. License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Nurse License (California)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (California)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist National Certification
• Experience in anesthesia for major procedures involving extensive monitoring and fluid, blood, and electrolyte replacement for various age group patients.

Additional skills are required in charting and documentation, knowledge of equipment and supplies, productivity, job and personal maturity communication, and education and staff development. directly related to the duties and responsibilities described in this Job Description) and stated in non-prejudicial language. Recent OB experience (within two (2) years), including labor epidurals required. PrimaryLocation : California,Los Angeles,West Los Angeles Medical Center Shift : Variable Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Job Schedule : Per Diem Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B12|KPNAA|KPNAA Job Category : Nursing Licensed & Nurse Practitioners Department : West LA Medical Center - Anesthesiology-Inpatient - 0806 Travel : No Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status. Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation, and licensure requirements (where applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; 2) confidential protected health information and other confidential KP information (including employee, proprietary, financial or trade secret information); (3) KP property and assets, for example, electronic assets, medical instruments, or devices; (

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