Role Overview: Provides anesthesia care in the operating room, supporting surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures under supervision. Includes preoperative evaluation, anesthesia induction and maintenance, and postoperative follow-up. Acts as a patient advocate, liaison, and confidant for patients, families, and physicians.
Key Responsibilities:
- Anesthetizes patients and selects appropriate drugs for anesthesia and emergencies.
- Monitors patient status, interprets hemodynamic waveforms, and adjusts medications accordingly.
- Communicates patient condition to surgical team and assesses patient stability during all phases of anesthesia.
- Conducts thorough preoperative evaluations, organizes OR setup, and performs diagnostic equipment checks.
- Coordinates with clinical staff to ensure safety, including patient positioning and equipment troubleshooting.
- Responds to emergencies such as codes and maintains airway management.
- Documents accurately in the patient’s electronic medical record and transports patients safely.
- Serves as a mentor and preceptor to peers, staff, residents, students, and nurses.
Work is primarily in a clinical setting, with accountability for compliance with policies and procedures. The role requires a Master’s Degree in Nursing and involves delivering expert anesthesia care while fostering a safe, collaborative environment.