Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission for eligible dependents

Flexible spending accounts

6 weeks of paid parental leave

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is hiring Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) to provide anesthesia care across its health system. Responsibilities include preoperative assessments, anesthesia administration, and postoperative monitoring.

A Master’s degree and current Ohio nursing license are required, with preferred qualifications including a DNP degree. Benefits include tuition remission, robust retirement plans, and generous paid leave.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required, DNP preferred.
• Current nursing license in Ohio essential.
• Certification as a CRNA required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preoperative evaluations for anesthesia.
• Administer anesthesia under physician supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and patient conditions post-anesthesia.

Skills

Current nursing license in Ohio

CRNA certification from NBCRNA

Ability to administer anesthesia

Supervision of clinical students

Education

Master’s degree

DNP degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Posting Start Date: 6/4/26

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors.

You are invited to apply for multiple vacancies of this position. Rank and compensation will be based on experience and credentials.

Job Overview

The Department of Anesthesiology is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) under faculty physicians to administer anesthesia, conduct preoperative assessment, monitor patients, and provide postoperative care across the University Health system.

Essential Functions

• Conduct preoperative evaluation and determine appropriate anesthetic technique in consultation with attending anesthesiologist.
• Prepare equipment for anesthesia administration, including checking machines, blood pressure cuffs, endotracheal tubes, and anesthetic drugs.
• Administer anesthesia, monitor vital signs and anesthesia effects, and record patient condition during and after drug administration.
• Conduct postoperative follow‑up, escort patients to the PACU, and assess recovery within 24‑48 hours post‑anesthesia.
• Administer anesthesia only under direct supervision of a faculty physician anesthesiologist.
• Report any malfunctioning equipment.
• Supervise RNSA students in clinical instruction and anesthesia administration.
• Participate in call coverage with faculty anesthesiologists.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree; DNP degree preferred.
• Current nursing license in Ohio.
• Certificate of Authority to practice in Ohio as a CRNA by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Current certification or recertification as a nurse anesthetist by the NBCRNA.
• Meets educational requirements set by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

Required Education

• Obtained an appropriate Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university of recognized standing in a field appropriate to the position. Active progress toward a doctorate is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Tuition remission for you and eligible dependents covering most undergraduate and graduate programs.
• Robust retirement plans: choice between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP); UC contributes 14–18% of salary.
• Generous work‑life balance with vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, winter season days, and 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible spending accounts and wellness programs.

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Contact Information

University of Cincinnati
2600 Clifton Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45221