Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Colorado Springs, CO

UCHealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 232,960 - 305,427; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting bonus up to $20,000

Evening/weekend shift stipend

QVIP up to $10,000

Relocation bonus up to $10,000

Paid malpractice

CME up to $3,500

401(k) with employer match

Wellness benefits

Tuition assistance up to 5250

Job summary

UCHealth Anesthesiology in Colorado Springs seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a full-time role. Join a collaborative team in a Level 1 & 3 trauma facility with a wide case mix, including ortho, neuro, spine, GI, GU, plastics, vascular, general surgery, gynecology, and OB.

Epic EMR is used system-wide. Requirements include an MS in Nurse Anesthesia, NBCRNA CRNA certification, RN licensure, and an unrestricted DEA permit.

Qualifications

• Master of Science and graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthetist program.
• CRNA certification NBCRNA and RN licensure.
• Unrestricted DEA permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in practice.
• Unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate privileges.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certified by American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia services for diverse case mix in Level 1 & 3 trauma facility and ambulatory surgical centers.
• Collaborate with anesthesia team and medical direction for patient care.
• Maintain provider status with Medicare/Medicaid and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Education

Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia

CRNA certification NBCRNA

RN licensure

Unrestricted DEA registration

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

At UCHealth, our mission is simple - to improve lives. That starts with you. We improve lives through fresh ideas, innovative approaches, and an unwavering commitment to world‑class care.

UCHealth Medical Group and the UCHealth Anesthesiology team, located in Colorado Springs, CO, are ready to welcome a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to their team. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, interested in working full‑time, and focused on excellent patient care. At UCHealth, we believe each person is extraordinary, and together, we make extraordinary possible.

Position Details Include

• Our Anesthesia Team
• Enjoys a collaborative medical direction work environment.
• Work in a Level 1 & 3 Trauma Facility and ASCs.
• Available schedule is 10‑hour or 12‑hour shifts, 1 weekend, and 2‑3 swing shifts per five weeks.
• No overnight call.
• Wide variety of case mix: ortho, neuro, spine, GI, GU, plastics, vascular, general surgery, gynecology, and OB.
• No experience required.
• Epic EMR is utilized system‑wide.

We know how fast the world of healthcare is changing, and we push ourselves to stay ahead of the curve. The UCHealth Medical Group is physician‑led and employs nearly 2,000 physicians and advanced practice providers who aim to anticipate and address patients' every health need. We call on providers in every career stage and specialty to lead and provide direction for the future of healthcare at UCHealth.

Apply today.

This position will be open for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until a top candidate is identified. The position posting date is 04/06/2026.

We are unable to support visa candidates for this position.

Requirements For Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

• Master of Science and graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthetist program.
• Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the National Board of Certification & Re‑certification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Anesthetist.
• Unrestricted medical staff membership, with appropriate practice privileges.
• Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of practice.
• Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
• Eligible to provide services with no sanctions or exclusion from either the HHS/OIG or the GSA List of Parties Excluded from Federal Programs.
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) issued by the American Heart Association.

Exceptional Benefits

This position offers a competitive compensation package:

• The pay range for this full‑time position is $232,960 - $305,427 annually. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.
• Starting bonus up to $20,000.
• This opportunity is eligible for an additional stipend for evenings and weekend shifts.
• Annual Quality Value Incentive Plan (QVIP) of up to $10,000.
• Relocation bonus of up to $10,000, if eligible.
• Paid malpractice.
• Continuing medical education (CME) of up to $3,500 and up to 5 days annually.
• 403(b) with employer matching contribution; 457(b) voluntary option if eligible.
• Exceptional health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and disability coverage including coverage for eligible dependents.
• UCHealth is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. UCHealth provides employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program.
• UCHealth provides employer‑paid short‑term disability (STD) coverage as a supplement to Colorado FAMLI, offering up to 66.67% of your base pay.
• We also offer employer‑provided long‑term disability (LTD) coverage, which equals 50% of your base pay, up to $17,500 per month. Additionally, you have the option to buy up LTD coverage to 60% or 66.7%.
• Wellness benefits.
• Full suite of voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care, health savings accounts (available with HD/HSA medical plan only), identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; start your employment at UCHealth with PTO in your bank.
• Education benefits for employees, including the opportunity to be eligible for 100% tuition, books, and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $5,250 pre‑paid by UCHealth or in the form of tuition reimbursement each calendar year.

About UCHealth

UCHealth is an innovative, nonprofit health system that delivers the highest quality medical care with an excellent patient experience. UCHealth includes 33,000 employees, 14 acute‑care hospitals and hundreds of physicians across Colorado, southern Wyoming and western Nebraska. With University of Colorado Hospital on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus as its academic anchor and the only adult academic medical center in the region, UCHealth is dedicated to providing unmatched patient care in the Rocky Mountain West. Offering more than 150 clinic locations, UCHealth provides extensive community benefits and pushes the boundaries of medicine through advanced treatments and clinical trials, improving health through innovation.

Going beyond quality requires the perfect balance of talent, integrity, drive and intellectual curiosity. We are looking for individuals who recognize, like us, that the world of medicine is ever‑changing and are motivated to do what is right, not what is easy. We support creativity and curiosity so that each of us can find extraordinary qualities within ourselves. At UCHealth, we'll do everything in our power to make sure you grow and have a meaningful career. There are no limits to your potential here.

UCHealth Medical Group Office of Advanced Practice (OAP) actively supports the integration of APPs throughout the medical group to promote optimal and excellent patient care. We are committed to supporting APP practice and professional development while cultivating community and connection among all members of the healthcare team. We do this through bi‑directional communication, mentorship, and leadership development which can lead to opportunities for APP involvement in committees and leadership positions.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, creed, color, religion, gender, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic information or veteran status. UCHealth does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.