Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Great Bend

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employer-funded retirement

Relocation stipend

Paid time off for vacation and CEU

Generous healthcare benefits

Annual CEU allowance

Paid malpractice insurance

Epic EMR

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend Campus, seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join a dynamic team. The CRNA will provide autonomous and collaborative anesthesia care across a broad caseload, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

New graduates are welcome, with a generous new graduate stipend and a competitive signing bonus for experienced CRNAs. Shadowing opportunities and a supportive work environment are available at Great Bend.

Qualifications

• CRNA scope includes autonomous and collaborative anesthesia care.
• Ability to work across diverse surgical specialties.
• Commitment to evidence-based pain and anesthesia care.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care for a broad caseload across multiple surgical specialties.
• Collaborate with interprofessional team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Support mentorship and onboarding for new graduates.

Skills

Autonomous practice

Interprofessional teamwork

Evidence-based care

Patient care across lifespan

Education

Nurse Anesthesia program

Certification

KS licensure eligibility

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Position Title Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Great Bend Great Bend Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest:

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who practices both autonomously and in collaboration with a variety of health providers on the interprofessional team to deliver high-quality, holistic, evidence-based anesthesia and pain care services. The CRNA cares for patients at all acuity levels across the lifespan in a variety of settings for procedures including, but not limited to, surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and pain management. The University of Kansas Health System, Great Bend Campus is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join its dynamic team. Both newly trained and experienced CRNAs are welcome to apply. Enjoy a friendly and collaborative culture with mentorship for new graduates, teamwork, and a positive work environment. Offering a generous new graduate stipend to SRNAs with early commitment, and a competitive signing bonus to experienced CRNAs. Shadowing opportunities are also available. Successful completion of nursing anesthesia program, certification, and eligibility for licensure in the State of Kansas are required.

Why join our team?

Broad caseload in multiple surgical specialties - ortho, general surgery, OB-GYN CRNAs perform a full range of procedures Additional compensation available for excess call

We provide:

• Generous Employer-funded retirement plan
• Relocation stipend if moving >50 miles outside Great Bend
• Paid time off for vacation, as well as for continuing education
• Generous healthcare benefits, including dental and vision coverage
• Annual CEU allowance
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Epic EMR

About the University of Kansas Great Bend Campus:

The University of Kansas Health System Great Bend Campus includes a 33-bed, not-for-profit hospital providing short-term acute care services along with orthopedic, obstetric, and surgical care units, radiology and an emergency department including Level IV trauma services. The medical pavilion, also located on the Great Bend Campus, provides specialty ambulatory care including obstetrics/gynecology, family medicine, general surgery and specialty clinics. In the Great Bend community, The University of Kansas Health System also has St. Rose Medical Pavilion. St. Rose Medical Pavilion, located on Broadway Avenue, provides Family Medicine (Including Family Medicine with Obstetrics and Family Medicine with Sports Medicine, specialty outpatient care including cardiac rehab and various specialty care clinics during the month. It also provides a Convenient Care Walk-In Clinic for nonemergency situations. The University of Kansas Health System employs approximately 400 associates in its Great Bend, Kansas, facilities.

About Great Bend, Kansas:

Situated in Barton County, Great Bend is home to nearly 15,000 residents. It is an ideal community for families, boasting excellent schools and numerous attractions. Spend your weekends at Wetlands Waterpark, join a Great Bend Rec program, or explore the free Great Bend-Brit Spaugh Zoo. During the summer, don't miss the local farmers market, the Summer Street Stroll, outdoor movies in Jack Kilby Square, mud volleyball during June Jaunt, or concerts at Party in the Park. The active downtown area offers plenty to enjoy, from food trucks to the local brewery. Final Fridays on Forest provide a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow community members and soak in the lively atmosphere. The holiday season brings beautifully illuminated displays, best enjoyed by taking a ride on the Great Bend trolley. For sports enthusiasts, the recently renovated sports complex hosts multiple sporting events and Barton Community College activities. Outdoor recreation options abound, with Cheyenne Bottoms, the largest inland marsh in the United States, located near Great Bend. The community is surrounded by numerous parks and trails, ensuring ample opportunities for outdoor activities. No matter your interests, Great Bend offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Position Details

Time Type: Full time
Job Requisition ID: R-46927

Equal Opportunity Information

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world‑class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life‑changing treatments for the people we serve.