CERTIFIED REGISTERED NURSE ANESTHETIST

StrideCare; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 185,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) at StrideCare provides safe, high‑quality anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. Tasks include pre‑anesthesia assessments, anesthesia planning, administration, intraoperative monitoring, and postoperative pain management with strict documentation and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nurse Anesthesia, NBCRNA certification, active RN license, and BLS/ACLS.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program.
• Current, active RN license.
• Current CRNA certification through NBCRNA.
• BLS and ACLS (PALS preferred if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia assessments and develop anesthesia plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Administer various anesthesia modalities (general, regional, local, MAC) and monitor intraoperative status.
• Manage airway, ventilation, hemodynamics, and patient stability; respond to emergencies.
• Document anesthesia care accurately and ensure regulatory compliance (CMS, OSHA, state boards).
• Collaborate with surgeons and ASC leadership to support clinical workflow and patient safety.

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nurse Anesthesia

NBCRNA certification

Current RN license

BLS/ACLS certification

Job description

Description

Job Summary: The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is responsible for providing safe, high-quality anesthesia care for patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures. This includes conducting pre-anesthesia assessments, developing anesthesia plans, administering anesthesia, monitoring intraoperative status, and ensuring safe recovery and postoperative pain management.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive pre-anesthesia patient assessments, including medical history, risk factors, and diagnostic results.
• Develop individualized anesthesia care plans in collaboration with the care team.
• Administer general, regional, local, or monitored anesthesia care (MAC) as clinically appropriate.
• Manage airway, ventilation, hemodynamics, and patient stability throughout procedures.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust anesthesia as needed.
• Identify, respond to, and manage anesthesia-related complications or emergencies.
• Oversee patient emergence from anesthesia and transfer to PACU or recovery area.
• Provide postoperative pain management and clinical guidance as needed.
• Accurately document all anesthesia care in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Maintain compliance with CMS, TJC, OSHA, and state nursing board regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance, patient safety initiatives, and performance improvement activities.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and ASC leadership to support clinical workflow.

Required Skills / Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent assessment, monitoring, and emergency response abilities.
• Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high‑pressure situations.
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to safety standards.
• Proficiency in anesthesia equipment, medications, and monitoring tools.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program.
• Current, active RN license.
• Current CRNA certification through NBCRNA.
• Current BLS and ACLS (PALS preferred if applicable).
• Experience providing anesthesia in surgical, procedural, or ASC settings preferre

*StrideCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and assisting with patient positioning.
• Ability to lift, move, or position patients and equipment as required.
• Exposure to anesthetic agents, bloodborne pathogens, and clinical environments.
• Ability to respond rapidly to emergency situations.