Academic CRNA

West Virginia University Medical Corporation dba University Health Associates; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Lecturer to join their dynamic team. This unique role blends clinical and academic responsibilities, allowing you to provide vital anesthetic care while also shaping the next generation of nursing professionals. You will work closely with physicians to ensure patient safety and administer anesthesia, while also delivering instruction in the DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program. If you are passionate about both patient care and education, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Active CRNA certification from NBCRNA required.
• Unencumbered nursing license or eligibility for APRN licensure in West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthetic care for diverse patients and procedures.
• Serve as a Lecturer and manage course instruction and student advising.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and Lecturer

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This role combines clinical and academic responsibilities of a CRNA. Clinically, the CRNA provides anesthetic care for diverse patients and procedures, working with physicians and adhering to hospital policies. The role involves administering anesthesia, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring safety throughout surgical procedures.

Academically, the CRNA serves as a Lecturer in the WVU School of Nursing's DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program, collaborating with program leadership and serving as a faculty member responsible for course management, instruction, student advising, and DNP project mentorship.

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 from NBCRNA.

Experience

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

Core Duties and Responsibilities

The following are general responsibilities; other duties may be assigned.

Clinical Duties

• Ensure patient safety and airway management.
• Work within clinical privileges, participate in pre-anesthetic evaluations, perform technical procedures, monitor responses, and document care.
• Administer fluids and blood products, verify equipment and supplies, and participate in surgical safety protocols.
• Respond in emergencies, teach and evaluate students, and manage controlled substances professionally.

Academic Duties

• Participate in committees, assist with admissions, deliver instruction, and mentor students.
• Complete required documentation, serve as a role model, and promote a positive academic environment.
• Maintain current clinical skills, network professionally, and represent the program externally.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

• Ability to see details at close range and maintain composure in high-stress situations.
• Work may involve contact with infectious or hazardous materials and physical patient handling.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, reliability, adaptability, and teamwork.
• Availability for on-call, night, weekend, or holiday work.

Additional Details

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Shift: Varied

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Company: UHA University Health Associates

Location: 1 Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV

Equal Opportunity Statement

UHA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination based on protected characteristics under applicable law.