Advanced Practice Nurse - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 169,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Nurse - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to join their team. This role focuses on providing anesthesia care during various medical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort. The position offers a competitive salary, generous paid time off, and comprehensive benefits including federal health insurance and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will have a master's or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia and the necessary licensure. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with regular increases

50 days paid time off annually

Federal retirement and 401K plans

Federal health, vision, dental, and life insurance

Qualifications

• Licensure and certification as a CRNA required.
• Proficiency in English and eligibility for VA employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct anesthesia assessments and pre-operative evaluations.
• Perform sedation and general anesthesia, provide regional anesthetics.
• Arrange monitored care and manage postoperative analgesia.

Skills

Anesthesia assessments

Patient education

Sedation and general anesthesia

Postoperative analgesia management

Education

Master’s or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia

Job description

Advanced Practice Nurse - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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Job Details

Location: Lebanon VA Medical Center

Pay Range: $169,418.00/yr - $267,503.00/yr (based on skills and experience)

Summary

This is an open continuous announcement. Candidates will be referred every two weeks. Nurse Anesthesia is an advanced clinical nursing specialty focusing on development of clinical judgment and critical thinking. CRNAs are qualified to render patients insensible to pain and emotional stress during surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, and invasive procedures using various anesthesia techniques.

Responsibilities

• Patient Selection: Conduct anesthesia assessments, pre-operative evaluations, patient education, and discussions with anesthesiologists.
• Patient Monitoring: Perform sedation and general anesthesia, provide regional anesthetics, and restock equipment.
• Postoperative Care: Arrange monitored care, document follow-up, participate in quality improvement, maintain emergency equipment, and manage postoperative analgesia.
• Administrative Duties: Take call, develop schedules, maintain credentials, participate in committees, and assist in departmental operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with regular increases and performance awards
• 50 days paid time off annually
• Federal retirement and 401K plans
• Federal health, vision, dental, and life insurance

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship and eligibility for VA employment
• Successful drug screening and background checks
• Proficiency in English
• Licensure and certification as a CRNA

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia from an accredited program
• Active, unrestricted license and current certification by NBCRNA or equivalent

Additional Information

Foreign education must be validated. For more details, visit VA qualification standards and education verification links. This position may require a probationary period, physical exam, and participation in vaccination programs.