Sr. Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA – ANESTHETIST NURSE SR EX)
About the role
The Department of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine delivers comprehensive anesthesia and pain management services across a wide range of clinical settings within the Hospital and Clinics. Key service areas include, but are not limited to: Pavilion Operating Rooms, Same Day Surgery Center (SDSC), Children's Surgery Center (CSC), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Interventional Radiology (IR), Pulmonary Lab, Cancer Center, Gastrointestinal (GI) Labs (including Midtown GI), Electrophysiology (EP) Lab, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Labor & Delivery, Pain Management Center, MRI, Burn Unit, Emergency Room, all Intensive Care Units, and the 48X-Complex expected to open in July 2025.
Responsibilities
10% - PATIENT ASSESSMENT/PLANS ANESTHESIA CARE
5% - PREOPERATIVE EVALUATION OF LOW RISK PATIENTS FOR ELECTIVE AMBULATORY SURGERY
55% - IMPLEMENTS AND EVALUATES ANESTHESIA CARE
5% - COMMUNICATION
10% - TEACHING
5% - MAINTAINS A SAFE HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT AND COST CONTAINMENT
5% - LEADERSHIP
5% - PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND BEHAVIOR
Requirements
For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) without restriction
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Current California RN license, in process, or the ability to obtain California RN license by the time of hire
Current CRNA license, with the ability to obtain a California CRNA license and proof of application (receipt or cancelled check) to be licensed as a California Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire
CRNAs must demonstrate current and continuous certification by the NBCRNA as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire
Knowledge of general nursing theories and practices
Knowledge of and strong skills and abilities in airway management and the use of anesthetic agents, ancillary drugs, techniques and their safe administration
Knowledge of and ability to provide invasive monitoring techniques and interpretation
Ability to establish priorities and organize workload
Knowledge to legal implications for clinical practice
Skill to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication, utilizing strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to report and record information accurately in the EMR
Ability to prioritize controlled-substance stewardship through accurate and timely documentation, reconciliation, and compliance
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) without restriction
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Current California RN license, in process, or the ability to obtain California RN license by the time of hire
Current CRNA license, with the ability to obtain a California CRNA license and proof of application (receipt or cancelled check) to be licensed as a California Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire
CRNAs must demonstrate current and continuous certification by the NBCRNA as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist by the time of hire
Knowledge of general nursing theories and practices
Knowledge of and strong skills and abilities in airway management and the use of anesthetic agents, ancillary drugs, techniques and their safe administration
Knowledge of and ability to provide invasive monitoring techniques and interpretation
Ability to establish priorities and organize workload
Knowledge to legal implications for clinical practice
Skill to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication, utilizing strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to report and record information accurately in the EMR
Ability to prioritize controlled-substance stewardship through accurate and timely documentation, reconciliation, and compliance
Skills
Knowledge of general nursing theories and practices
Knowledge of and strong skills and abilities in airway management and the use of anesthetic agents, ancillary drugs, techniques and their safe administration
Knowledge of and ability to provide invasive monitoring techniques and interpretation
Ability to establish priorities and organize workload
Knowledge to legal implications for clinical practice
Skill to work quickly and accurately under pressure
Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal communication, utilizing strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to report and record information accurately in the EMR
Ability to prioritize controlled-substance stewardship through accurate and timely documentation, reconciliation, and compliance
Benefits
High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Pay
$299,591.46-$337,980.38 (Annually)
Schedule
Variable (8, 10, 12, 13 hour shifts available); Minimal shared off-shifts and shared minimal callback requirement (1-2/month)
Location
Patient Support Services Bldg (HSP014)
Union Representation
Not specified
Special Requirements
Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Position Information
Salary or Pay Range: $299,591.46-$337,980.38 (Annually)
Sign-on Bonus: Up to 20% of the annual base pay for new career hires (>50% appointment) prorated with claw back and three-year payback
Relocation: Up to $10