Adv Pract Provider,CAA/CRNA

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 130,069 - 186,147; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision

Educational benefits through tuition remission

Job summary

A major educational institution in Albuquerque seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (CAA/CRNA) to administer anesthetics during procedures. The ideal candidate will monitor patients and ensure continuity of care throughout the surgical process. Qualifications include a New Mexico Registered Nurse license or equivalent, with certification from the NCCAA preferred. This role requires a commitment to patient safety and responsiveness in critical situations. It offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must administer various types of anesthetics under direction of an anesthesiologist.
• Ability to respond to life-threatening situations is essential.
• No previous directly related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthetics to patients during medical procedures.
• Monitor patients' physiological and pharmacological status.
• Provide continuity of care in pre-op and post-op periods.

Skills

Anesthesia administration

Patient care

Pre-op and post-op care

Education

State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or RN licensure from multistate compact

Certification by NCCAA

Job description

Requisition ID

req32520

Working Title

Adv Pract Provider, CAA/CRNA

Position Grade

19

Position Summary

Under the direction of an anesthesiologist, administers local, inhalation, intravenous, and other anesthetics during surgical, obstetrical, or other medical procedures. Interprets and records patient’s physiological and pharmacological status. Ability to provide continuity of care during the pre‑op and post‑op period and respond to life‑threatening situations as required. See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• CPR Certified.
• Must pass a pre‑employment criminal background check.
• May be subject to credentialing process; must maintain credentialed status, if applicable.
• Must maintain certification status.
• Successful candidate must submit to a post‑offer, pre‑employment physical.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University’s influenza vaccination requirement.

Minimum Qualifications

For Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA): State of New Mexico Licensed Registered Nurse or licensure pending as documented by temporary licensure or current RN licensure from a state participating in the multistate privilege to practice compact with New Mexico Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist; no previous directly related experience required. OR For Anesthesiology Assistants‑Certified (AAC); Certified by National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) and National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME); Must maintain biannual certification through the submission of Continuing Medical Education credits (CMEs); NM Licensure as Anesthesiologist Assistant; no previous directly related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Campus

Health Sciences Center (HSC) – Albuquerque, NM

Department

Anesthesiology Administration (772F)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular – Full‑Time

Status

Exempt

Pay

Monthly: $11,654.93 – $16,679.87

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

2/26/2025

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

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Veteran Preference Program

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

EEO Statement

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Checks

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre‑employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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