A certified registered nurse anesthetist role is available in a large, academic hospital setting in Hershey, PA. This locum tenens position involves providing anesthesia care for a variety of surgical cases, including general, orthopedics, trauma, plastics, neurosurgery, and pediatrics (ages 5 and up). The role requires expertise in multiple anesthesia techniques and invasive monitoring. The schedule consists of full-time, weekday shifts with no weekend responsibilities.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Hospital
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday) and 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Thursday), no weekends
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location: Hershey, PA
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Assess, prepare, and manage patients for anesthesia care
• Develop and implement anesthetic plans
• Perform history and physical examinations
• Obtain informed consent and perform pre-anesthetic and post-operative evaluations
• Administer general, spinal, regional, and monitored anesthesia care (MAC)
• Perform invasive monitoring and placement of lines, such as CVP/CVC
• Manage airways effectively
• Ensure seamless patient hand-off as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in anesthesia care, preferably in a similar setting
• Must have certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Board certification required

Working Hours

• 10-hour shifts Monday through Wednesday and Friday from 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Thursday shift from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
• No weekend or on-call requirements

Skills

• Proficient in general and spinal anesthesia techniques
• Skilled in pediatric and trauma cases
• Knowledgeable in invasive monitoring, including central and arterial line placement
• Ability to manage acute volume/BP issues and ventilation management
• Excellent communication and patient care skills

Join us in providing exceptional anesthesia care in a dynamic, academic hospital environment.