Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Veterans Health Administration; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salem VA Medical Center is seeking a CRNA to join their surgical team. The role involves providing direct patient care throughout the perioperative process, conducting assessments, and managing anesthesia techniques. This position offers competitive pay, generous paid time off, and a supportive work environment in a scenic location.

Benefits

50 days Paid Time Off

Federal health, vision, dental insurance

Traditional federal pension

401K with VA contributions

Qualifications

• CRNA will provide direct patient care throughout the perioperative process.
• Must have one full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.

Responsibilities

• Performing preoperative assessments and determining anesthetic plans.
• Providing anesthesia services in the operating suite and supervising PACU care.

Skills

Patient Care

Anesthetic Techniques

Preoperative Assessment

Education

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job description

Salem VA Medical Center is seeking a CRNA to join our surgical team in beautiful Salem, Virginia

Our CRNA will serve as a Surgical Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) under the immediate supervision of the Chief, Anesthesiologists, and the Chief of Surgery within the Surgical Care Service Line.

Duties:

1. The provision of direct patient care throughout all phases of the perioperative process including:
2. Reviewing relevant information and completing a preoperative assessment, including ordering labs or other tests as indicated by chart review findings.
3. Performing a thorough preoperative physical assessment and documenting findings as an addendum to the preoperative anesthesia assessment.
4. Determining the anesthetic plan of care that best meets the needs of the patient and surgeon prior to entering the operating suite.
5. Placing appropriate monitors and vascular access (both invasive and non-invasive) as indicated by the surgical procedure being performed and patient co-morbidities.
6. Performing a broad scope of anesthesia techniques and procedures including:

• Regional anesthetic
• General anesthetics (induction, maintenance, emergence)
• Monitored anesthesia care
• A-lines, central lines, PICC lines, and other vascular access

Providing anesthesia services both in the operating suite and out of department in various locations throughout the facility.

Supervising and managing the PACU care area and giving orders and assistance as needed.

Recovering postoperative patients in circumstances that prevent a transfer of care postoperatively (e.g., PACU staff not on station, no available ICU beds or staff to recover patient postoperatively).

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards
• Paid Time Off: 50 days per year (26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays)
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
• Licensure: One full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Work Schedule and Additional Details:

• Schedule: 10:00 am to 6:30 pm, Monday - Friday
• Call Rotation: Participation required (nights and weekends)
• Telework and Virtual Work: Not available
• Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not available
• Other: Retirement eligibility after 5-year vesting period

About Salem VA Medical Center and the Region:

Located in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Salem VAMC offers an outstanding quality of life, natural beauty, and a variety of activities. The Greater Roanoke area, known for the iconic neon Roanoke Star on Mill Mountain, is recognized as one of the 10 Most Scenic East Coast Cities, and a great place to live, work, and play. The region boasts excellent schools, cuisine, and proximity to major universities, making it an ideal place for professionals and families alike.