Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Contractor - 1099

MED-WD

Tripler AMC, HI, US

Requisition ID: 1033

Salary: $347,214.00 Annually

About Company:

Since 1984, Professional Performance Development Group (PPDG) has been proudly Serving Heroes by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with rewarding opportunities across military, federal, and commercial healthcare facilities. Guided by our core principles of excellence, integrity,and collaboration , we are dedicated to delivering high-quality staffing solutions that strengthen the delivery of patient care nationwide. Rooted in a culture of Linked Prosperity , PPDG values the success of our clients, employees, and partners alike—offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, professional growth, and a cooperative workplace built on trust, respect, and service. As a proud Department of Defense Partner Employer and participant in the Military SpouseEmployment Partnership (MSEP) , PPDG remains committed to supporting our Nation’s Finest through meaningful careers that make a lasting impact.

Job Title:

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Provides Direct Support To:

Tripler Army Medical Center

Duty Hours:

Registered Nurse - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.

The work schedule may include rotating 8.5-to-12-hour shifts, 7 days per week including nights, weekends and federal holidays. Over-time is allowed for each labor category work schedule.

Degree/Education:

• Master’s degree in nursing.

• Graduate of an approved anesthesia program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthetist Education Program Schools or its predecessors.

Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support:

• Be certified every 4 years by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). Have and maintain current certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and one of the following pediatric certifications: Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Online certification is unacceptable.

Licensure/Registration:

• Have and maintain a valid, unencumbered state license, with no limitations, stipulations, or pending adverse action, in any state in the United States, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Guam, or the U.S. Virgin Islands.

Experience:

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) – minimum three years of experience as a licensed, board-certified CRNA with continuous experience during the last (12) months. Have current experience (1 year or more in the past 3 years) providing epidural anesthesia (labor epidurals). Have experience in the delivery of and monitoring of all types of anesthesia utilized in the delivery of obstetrical and surgical anesthesia (general endotracheal, subarachnoid block and epidural, and IV regional techniques).

Job Duties and Responsibilities

The duties include but are not limited to the following

• Monitoring anesthesia care, management of patient anesthesia experience, and performing preoperative evaluations and preparations; administering Spinal, Epidural, Bier Block, Axillary Block, and other regional anesthesia, and general anesthetics; monitoring patient reactions to anesthesia and

surgery, managing fluid therapy, and performing postoperative evaluations.

• Contract CRNAs routinely provide independent anesthesia care for American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification 1 and 2 patients. They are responsible and accountable for determine when a physician (anesthesiologist, if available) will be consulted for the delivery of anesthesia care to ASA 1 and 2 patients. Consultation will be requested, as necessary, regardless of the patient’s ASA classification. For patients in ASA physical status classification 3, 4, 5 or 6, CRNAs will collaborate with a physician (anesthesiologist, if available) or oral surgeon before induction of anesthesia. This collaboration may be face to face or by telephone.

• Advising anesthesiologist or attending physician of adverse reactions necessitating non- delegated medical decisions; takes appropriate actions as directed or required.

• Maintaining all required records. Using the composite health care system for keeping records, ordering of ancillary procedures, ordering of medications, entering orders, and performing other required patient record functions.

• Adhering to the Centers for Disease Control guidelines concerning universal precautions and the MTF infection control program at all times while providing services under this contract. Ensuring cleanliness and

maintenance of anesthesia equipment.

• Indicating responsibility for the contents and correctness of all prepared

reports/forms by affixing his/her signature to the documents and

validating their contents.

• Attending professional staff conferences/meetings and other

appropriate professional activities as requested by the Chief, Anesthesia

Services. Meetings will be held during scheduled work hours.

• Complying with all safety requirements of the MTF and OSHA.

• May serve as adjunctive clinical instructors/faculty members in the Phase II U.S. Army Nurse Anesthesia Program. Prepare service reports and collect data.

• As a prerequisite to performance under this contract, all Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist performing services must be privileged by the MTF Director. Compliance with the privileging requirements as stated in this contract is essential to performance under this contract. Any failure to meet these requirements is considered non- performance and the basis for termination for cause.

• All certifications required in this statement of work remains current during the life of the contract.

• This position is mission essential.

PPDG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.