The posting
Why Planned Parenthood?
Working at Planned Parenthood Great Northwest, Hawai’i, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky is more than a job. It provides the opportunity to contribute to our powerful mission and perform meaningful work.
In healthcare services, this means a commitment to providing the absolute best in patient care and education. Our exceptional health center staff drives our mission forward by upholding our acclaimed customer service & confidentiality standards, and working to create a safe, judgement-free space for anyone seeking Planned Parenthood services.
About our CRNA position
Under the supervision and direction of the Chief Clinical Transformation Officer, provides quality sedation and anesthesia care.
What will you be doing! In compliance with PPGNHAIK, independently administers sedation, anesthesia, and/or analgesia for gynecologic, family planning, or abortion procedures. Delivers preoperative care and medications; works in accordance with PPGNHAIK protocols and training; demonstrates proficiency in conducting patient care in an electronic medical records (EMR) environment if required; contributes to the team effort of the health center and agency, thereby ensuring quality care and services for clients.
Major Responsibilities:
Assembles necessary supplies and equipment for administering anesthesia or analgesia. Advises PPGNHAIK on necessary safety equipment.
Provides the patient with optimal pain relief before, during and after procedural care.
Reviews patient medical histories and ensure that patient receives acceptable and safe medications based on experience and reactions.
Examine patients for physical or medical conditions that would interfere with the practice of safe anesthesia in the PPGNHAIK health centers.
Delivers preoperative care and medications.
Prepares anesthesia and analgesia for administration to patient.
Administers anesthesia or analgesics according to standard community medical practices and use good clinical judgment.
Monitors patient’s response to anesthesia and analgesia to maintain patient safety. Directs recovery care related to anesthesia and analgesia until patient is discharged per PPGNHAIK protocols.
Identifies clinical emergencies and institutes appropriate measures.
Maintains detailed records of all medications administered, and patient's response. Assures quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standard; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following agency’s philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, and other governing agency regulations, and works with Health Center Managers in the maintenance of health center-based quality programs.
Consults appropriately with the Abortion Program Director or Chief Clinical Transformation Officer regarding any care outside of PPGNHAIK scope of practice.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: For CRNA: MS in Nurse Anesthesia required. For physician: MD or DO with completion of accredited residency in anesthesiology.
Experience: 1 year of experience providing anesthesia preferred.
License: CRNA: Active nursing license in WA Anesthesiologist: Active medical license in WA Active DEA license
Certification: CRNA: CRNA certification required. ACLS
Salary Range: Position Type: Independent Contractor – 3-4 days a week. Benefits Eligibility: This position is eligible for PPGNHAIK benefits. As part of our total compensation, we provide a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short and long-term disability and life insurance. For additional information about our benefits program, please send an email to [email protected]. Other Information: All new hires are strongly recommended to have the COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters. All new hires hired between September and April must present proof of receiving a current flu shot. What we expect from you.
That you adhere to our code of conduct, policies, procedures, and protocols. That you always demonstrate a high degree of professionalism. That you always support and model our customer service standards. That you value continuous learning and seek ongoing training and development.
Our commitment to diversity: At PPGNHAIK, we’ve outlined our priorities and goals as we continue to cultivate and promote a diverse, equitable, & inclusive culture that champions dignity, care, and respect, and where employees feel welcomed and motivated to do their best. These priorities reflect our promise to support programs and initiatives that promote continuous learning and organizational development and discussions on DEI topics; provide internal developmental opportunities; and assess what more we can do to nurture a supportive and equitable work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity PPGNHAIK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity will be provided to all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, protected veteran status, marital status, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
