Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

About the role

The incumbent, in collaboration with and under the direction of an Anesthesiologist, administers anesthesia to patients as a qualified member of the anesthesia care team. Case assignment and oversight of the overall evaluation of the patient will be determined by an anesthesiologist.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to provide anesthesia care appropriate to the neonatal, pediatric and adolescent population, documenting appropriately in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in departmental and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Process Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve patient care and making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of the Hospital, Anesthesia and Perioperative Services Department.

Requirements

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Graduate of an approved program of nurse anesthesia accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.
• Valid State of Delaware license as a Registered Nurse.
• Valid State of Delaware APRN license as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• Prescriptive Authority of Delaware-confirmation noted on Delaware Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• Board Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
• Valid Re-certification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
• Controlled Substance license of Delaware.
• Federal DEA license for Delaware.
• Current BLS, PALS and ACLS certification.

Qualifications

• Additional Certifications and Licenses required for any additional states worked in.

Skills

• Knowledge of anesthesia administration techniques.
• Ability to work collaboratively with anesthesiologists and other healthcare professionals.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and robust benefits package including:

• 6-weeks paid family leave
• Generous CME allowances
• 403(b) with employer match & a 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents
• Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position.