Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist II

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wilmington, NC is looking for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Level II to deliver professional anesthesia care. This position involves working with diverse patients across various surgical and anesthesia needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background, current licensure, and the ability to make independent decisions in high-pressure environments. This role provides an opportunity to be part of a supportive healthcare team committed to patient care and community.

Qualifications

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with current RN licensure.
• Must possess NBCRNA certification and meet continuing education requirements.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications required within NH policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care to varied patient populations.
• Utilize skills and knowledge to modify anesthetic plans.
• Participate in on-call duties as required.

Skills

Knowledge of anesthetic agents

Decision-making under stress

Independent patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BSN, MSN, DNP, or graduate diploma certification

Graduate from an Accredited School of Nursing and School of Nurse Anesthesia

Job description

What We Offer

Location - Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, Wilmington, NC

Schedule - PRN

What You'll Do

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Level II provides professional, competent anesthesia care to a wide variety of patients, from pediatric up to geriatric populations, requiring surgical, obstetrical, and other anesthesia services. The CRNA Level II utilizes skills obtained through additional training, education, and/or experience in the provision of anesthesia care to patients who present with complex and unique anesthetic requirements. The role works primarily in Community Medical Centers and provides coverage to other Community Medical Centers, ASCs, HOPDs, and a Tertiary Medical Center with Multispecialty Trauma Services & multiple NORA (Non-operating room anesthesia) sites as directed by NH Anesthesia Leadership. The team member primarily works at a Tertiary Medical Center with Multispecialty Trauma Services & multiple NORA sites and does not participate in at least one Anesthesia Specialty such as Complex NORA (includes EP/Cath Lab/all Radiology), Cardiac, Neuro, Neonatal. Takes "Call from Home" as part of the facility scheduling model (call exemption is subject to leader discretion) and will float to other facilities as needed due to staffing needs. All team members practice within the full scope of their CRNA privileges.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. BSN, MSN, DNP, and/or graduate diploma level certification required. Graduate from both an Accredited School of Nursing and School of Nurse Anesthesia. Certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetist (NBCRNA) as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) and recognized by the state of practice as a CRNA. Must meet minimum continuing education requirements every four years of the NBCRNA, required.
• Experience: Previous experience is not necessary. Four to six week orientation period for new graduates (working with preceptor) is required. Orientation period for experienced providers will depend on previous experience and clinical skills.
• Licensure/Certification: Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required. Current CRNA endorsement in appropriate state, required. NBCRNA certification, required. ACLS certification within NH policy, required. BLS certification within NH policy, required. PALS certification within NH policy, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Must have extensive knowledge of current anesthetic agents, techniques, drugs and equipment. Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify the anesthetic plan of care suitable to patient age. Must have considerable ability to make independent decisions, sometimes under stress, and to maintain a professional demeanor with patients, coworkers and physicians.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.