Role: Provides anesthesia care in the operating room, supporting surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures under supervision. Acts as a patient advocate, ensuring safety and comfort throughout perioperative phases.
Responsibilities:
- Anesthetizes patients, selects appropriate drugs, and monitors patient responses.
- Induces, maintains, and adjusts anesthesia, treating variants as needed.
- Communicates patient status with surgical team and monitors hemodynamic and equipment data.
- Performs preoperative evaluations, ensuring thorough chart reviews and patient confidence.
- Organizes OR setup, conducts equipment checks, and coordinates with staff for a safe environment.
- Responds to emergencies, maintains airway, and supports airway management.
- Accurately documents care in EMR and safely transports patients, providing comprehensive handovers.
- Serves as a mentor and preceptor for peers, staff, residents, and students.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Master’s Degree in Nursing required.
- Strong knowledge of anesthesia procedures, patient assessment, and equipment management.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies and maintain patient safety.
Key Attributes: Clinical expertise, patient advocacy, collaborative spirit, and commitment to safety and excellence in care.