Philadelphia,PA - USA

Position Requirements

CRNA opportunity with The Vein and Vascular Center in Northeast Philadelphia offering full range of specialized care

Description

Azura Vascular Care Northeast Philadelphia is an outpatient medical treatment center serving the northeastern community of Philadelphia, PA. The center’s highly skilled team focuses on providing excellent clinical care and service in a welcoming environment that is respectful of patients’ needs. Image-guided, minimally invasive techniques are used for dialysis access management and to treat conditions including varicoceles, venous insufficiency, varicose veins, and uterine fibroids. This facility is equipped with two ORs and nextgen charting.

Awards

• It has earned The Gold Seal of Approval®, recognizing dedication to improving healthcare quality and safety
• The Joint Commission’s Center for Transforming Healthcare, International, Resources

Case Assignments

All interventional radiology and vascular cases. All cases are done via MAC anesthesia.

Shifts

8-hour to 12-hour days.

Team

Leadership

Lisa Ganz, CRNA, MSN–Advanced Practice Anesthesia Director for Mid-Atlantic Region

Lisa serves as the Director of Advance Practice Anesthesia for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Lisa is respected for her long-standing leadership experience.

Prior to transitioning to APA Director, Lisa served as Chief CRNA for 22 years at UPMC-Hamot in Erie, PA, where she magnified the strengths and maximized the potential of her staff. Lisa earned her BSN from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania, where she later returned to complete her Master of Science in Nursing in 1995.

Lisa is a two-time winner of the Joseph H. Carter award for Clinical Excellence, in recognition of her clinical expertise. She was also awarded the Peter Walker, MD Mission, Vision, and Values Award in December 2017.

Advanced Practice Anesthesia (APA) leaders are unique to NAPA. As an integral part of our regional infrastructure, APA directors are Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists who foster stability and collaboration among local facilities and teams throughout our organization. In her role, Ganz supports the Mid-Atlantic region as a voice for local clinicians, along with being a leader who hears, understands, and values those on our clinical team.

Team Highlights

CRNA only practice.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Pre-anesthesia assessment
• Obtains and/or verifies patient consent
• Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
• Induction, maintenance and emergence from anesthesia
• Monitoring of the patient's physiological condition
• Performance of clinical intervention as needed

Requirements

• Current license as a registered professional nurse
• Graduation from an accredited program of nurse anesthesia education
• Certified or recertified by the AANA Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists

Lifestyle

Philadelphia, PA:

Famous for the Philly cheesesteak and traditionally known as the “City of Brotherly Love,” the diverse, lively, and historic city of Philadelphia is home to eclectic neighborhoods. It boasts a multitude of arts and cultural attractions, restaurants offering an array of culinary experiences, craft breweries, and venues for live music including classical, pop, and jazz.

The city has a strong sports culture and fans passionately support their favorites, from professional teams such as the Philadelphia Eagles to collegiate teams including Temple University’s men’s basketball. The Delaware River runs through Philadelphia; one unique waterfront hangout is Spruce Street Harbor Park, with beer gardens and a summertime boardwalk.

• Area Attractions:
  • Philadelphia Orchestra
  • Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art and the bronze statue of Rocky
  • Historic Fairmont Park
  • BB&T Pavilion amphitheater

• Colleges and Schools:
  • Temple University, Villanova University, University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University
  • Little City Montessori, Comly Elementary School, Frankford Friends School, Northeast High School, C.C.A. Baldi Middle School

Total Rewards

• Salary: $175/hr
• Leadership and professional development opportunities

EEO Statement

North American Partners in Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer.