Academic CRNA

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Academic CRNA who will blend clinical expertise with academic responsibilities. This role involves providing anesthetic care while also serving as a Lecturer in a prestigious nursing program. You'll be responsible for instructing students, managing graduate courses, and ensuring patient safety in a dynamic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact future healthcare professionals while maintaining a hands-on clinical practice. If you're passionate about teaching and patient care, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution required.
• Unencumbered nursing license or eligibility for APRN licensure in West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia and monitor patient responses.
• Serve as a Lecturer in the DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

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Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply for this position, click the Apply button above and complete the application. Below is important information about the role.

This position combines clinical and academic responsibilities of a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA). In the clinical role, the CRNA provides anesthetic care for various patients and procedures, working with supervising or medically directing physicians, following hospital policies. Responsibilities include administering anesthesia, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring safety.

In the academic role, the CRNA serves as a Lecturer in WVU School of Nursing’s DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program, collaborating with program leadership, managing graduate courses, instructing students, advising, and mentoring DNP projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Unencumbered nursing license or eligibility for licensure as an APRN in West Virginia.
• Active CRNA certification by NBCRNA.

Experience

• 3-5 years of clinical practice as a CRNA.
• Experience in academic education, curriculum development, and instruction preferred.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Includes patient safety, airway management, anesthesia administration, monitoring, documentation, safety checks, communication, emergency response, teaching, and professionalism.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see details at close range.
• Remain calm and effective in high-stress situations.

Work Environment

• Potential contact with infectious or hazardous materials.
• Adherence to safety guidelines to prevent injury or exposure.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Reliability, responsibility, adaptability, teamwork, and flexibility.

Additional Details

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40
• Shift: Varied
• Employment type: Full-time, Exempt

For more information, contact details, and application instructions, visit WVU Medicine’s careers page.