CRNA

Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a CRNA to join our award-winning, fully integrated health care delivery system. The anesthesiology team consists of 2 anesthesiologists, 3 CRNAs, and a host of Anesthesia Techs, OR/Surgical Techs, and RNs, and other support personnel.  Enjoy the benefits of a highly skilled support staff, pain center, and much more. 

Basic Practice Details:

Four operating rooms capable of supporting all service lines. Four-bay PACU recovery rooms and 16 pre/post rooms. Serving pediatric to geriatric patient populations.

Service lines include:

• Vascular (diagnostic and interventional for peripheral vascular diseases, Carotid endarterectomy, AAA)
• General Surgery (minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, open abdominal surgery, soft tissue/mass excision, etc.)
• Urology (cystoscopy, ureteroscopy, bladder surgery, transurethral resection of bladder or prostate, kidney and ureteral stone removal pulverization/removal, testicular surgery)
• Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) to the list of services, i.e., tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, sinus surgery, ear tube insertion, septoplasty, thyroid and parathyroid.
• Ortho (sports medicine procedures – arthroscopy, ACL’s, microfractures etc., orthopedic trauma – ORIF’s, closed reduction, minor ortho procedures – carpal tunnel, trigger finger)
• Ophthalmology (cataract extraction, eye muscle surgery, corneal transplants, blepharoplasty)
• Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (colonoscopy, upper endoscopy, sigmoidoscopy) –endoscopies performed daily.
• Pulmonology (bronchoscopies)
• Podiatry (bunionectomy, Achilles tendon repair, metatarsal surgery, plantar fasciitis)
• .0 FTE position; hours fall within M-F, 7am-4pm
• NO call required
• Team Composition: 3 CRNAs, 4 MDs/DOs, and OR Anesthesia Techs

Licensure, Certifications, and other Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited CRNA program
• Current, or eligible for, IL APNP license
• Current, or eligible for, DEA licensure
• Current CPR, ACLS, NALS and PALS certifications
• Ability to pass Illinois Health Care Worker's Background Check.

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Full sub-specialty support

Mercyhealth:

Mercyhealth is a vertically integrated health care system in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois with approximately 800 physicians, 8,000 employees, 7 hospitals, 80 ambulatory locations; pharmacies, DME, Home Health, and an insurance company. We are large and growing, but we treat our physicians and employees as family.

Community: Crystal Lake

Crystal Lake is truly a great place to live and work, but it's also a fantastic place to play! It offers a relaxing, vintage experience in its charming shopping district full of remarkable discoveries. With a thriving arts center and numerous outdoor locales, Crystal Lake is the ideal place to get out and take part in brand-new experiences. The City of Crystal Lake manages the Three Oaks Recreation Area, which includes grassy picnic areas, hiking trails, fishing, a playground/spray park, a concessions area and patio, and a sandy beach. The Crystal Lake Park District oversees the 238-acre Crystal Lake and its two

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide professional anesthesia services to the defined patient population and assure continuity of care for those patients.
• As may be reasonably required by Mercy, work with the Medical Director to provide input into budgets, capital expenditures, strategic planning and marketing, to the extent that such duties do not interfere with your performance of the first duty described above.
• As may be reasonably required by Mercy, assist in recruitment of additional CRNA's to the area, to the extent that such duties do not interfere with your performance of the first duty described above.
• Perform all other duties as reasonably required by Mercy to the extent that such duties do not interfere with your performance of the first duty described above and with the purpose of your employment under this Agreement.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

As required by contract

Certification and Licensure

Current, or eligible for, WI and/or IL RN license
Graduate of an accredited CRNA program
Current, or eligible for, WI and/or IL APNP license
DEA, or eligible for, licensure
Current CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications
Ability to pass the Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Worker's Background Check.

Per Unit Requirements:
NALS

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring).

Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or IL Health Care Workers Background Check.

Must be able to follow written/oral instructions.

Skills and Abilities
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change.

Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration; Accepts responsibility for own actions.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to leadership direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed; Seeks out educational opportunities.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Level of Supervision

Work requires a high level of independent judgement. The position has substantial latitude for independent action.

Supervises

N/A