Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) PRN

University Health Careers; Hondo (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Careers is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgeries in diverse settings, including ambulatory surgery centers. The role requires expertise in critical care and airway management, with responsibilities across inpatient and outpatient teams.

The ideal candidate is licensed in Texas as CRNA, has completed an accredited nurse anesthesia program, and can participate as a Medicare provider or obtain a provider

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Texas with eligibility for CRNA practice.
• Graduation from an accredited nurse anesthesia program.
• Must maintain required certifications for anesthesia care (ACLS or higher).

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients during surgeries or procedures.
• Serve as subject matter expert in critical care and airway management.
• Work across inpatient and outpatient settings including ambulatory surgery centers.

Skills

Critical care

Airway management

Patient monitoring

Education

Nurse anesthesia program

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as member of health care team that is responsible for administering anesthesia and monitoring patients during surgeries and other medical procedures. Serves as a subject matter expert in critical care and airway management. Functions in a variety of inpatient and outpatient settings including ambulatory surgery centers (ASC).

EDUCATION

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. Graduation from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Texas and registered by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA ACLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Certification by a national nursing body is recommended.