An anesthetist nurse administers anesthesia for patients. The nurse is part of an team, usually with an anesthesiologist. Communication skills are essential for nurses for a nurse to effectively communicate with other members of the team. Nurses should be a professional but also compassionate in order to communicate procedures to patients and help patients feel at ease. Before giving any anesthesia, it is essential that the nurse will conduct an evaluation of the patient in order to identify the kind and amount of anesthesia required. Any health issues that may have a bearing on the patient must be taken into consideration.
The job usually requires an associate's degree in nursing, with particular training and certification in nurse anesthesia. A valid state license as an registered nurse anesthetist must be in possession. Nurses can work in the hospital, clinic or in private practice.
The health issues the patient is experiencing could result in an extremely stressful situation. It is essential to perform effectively under stress. It is usually full-time however there are jobs that are part-time. Based on the location the nurse anesthetist might be required to work for all hours. Certain jobs might offer working hours, while others require workers to work out in the evening. The job might have minimal physical requirements as the job could require lots of walking, standing, and lifting.