Chief Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - CRNA

Ascension Healthcare; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 210,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief CRNA to lead its Anesthesiology Department. This pivotal role offers the chance to work in a diverse practice environment with high autonomy. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a robust educational background in nursing anesthesia. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care and professional development. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health insurance options, and retirement plans. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a CRNA with current competency in management and clinical responsibilities.
• Required certifications from AHA and NBCRNA prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Manage nurse anesthesia services in collaboration with anesthesia and surgical departments.
• Develop and implement anesthetic plans of care and ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Anesthesia Management

Patient Assessment

BLS Certification

Nurse Anesthesia Practice

Education

Master's or Doctorate of Nursing Anesthesia Practice

Tools

Meditech

Job description

**Details**

+ **Specialty: CRNA/Anesthesiology**

+ **Schedule: Rotating**

+ **Practice Detail: Join a talented team of anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists and anesthesia technicians**

+ **EMR System: Meditech**

+ **Facility: Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital**

+ **Location: Baltimore, MD**

+ **Salary: $210,000 - $260,326 per year**

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Ascension Saint Agnes is looking for a Chief CRNA for our Anesthesiology Department! The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience as a CRNA and will demonstrate current competency in the management and clinical responsibilites specified.

**Position Highlights:**

+ Diverse practice environment covering a wide variety of cases

+ High level of autonomy

+ Preceptorship opportunities with SRNAs from three local programs

**Responsibilities:**

+ Responsible for the management of nurse anesthesia services in collaboration with departments of anesthesia, surgery and nursing administration

+ Develops and interprets organizational policies for budgets and personnel

+ Assumes responsibility for safe and proper operation and quality control of equipment, techniques, and procedures

+ Analyzes and evaluates to assure established quality patient care.

+ Performs and documents a pre-anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient.

+ Develops and implements an anesthetic plan of care, including monitoring modalities and post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care.

+ Selects, obtains and administers the anesthetic plan of care, including induction, maintenance and emergence phase anesthesia.

+ Recognizes alterations in physiologic responses to the surgical procedure and/or the anesthetic, takes appropriate action and notifies the responsible physician as indicated.

**Requirements**

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

**Required Credential(s):**

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.

• Nurse Anesthetist credentialed from the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Maryland Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.

**Preferred Credential(s):**

• Advanced Life Support credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA). Verified by local Credentialing Office.

**Education:**

• Master's or Doctorate of Nursing Anesthesia Practice or Nursing Practice required.

**Additional Preferences**

\#HeC

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Saint Agnes in Baltimore, Maryland operates a full-service, 254-bed teaching hospital, the Ascension Saint Agnes Medical Group, Ascension Saint Agnes Imaging Center and Ascension Saint Agnes Foundation. As an associate, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing a place of respect and inclusion for all associates, as well as a rich learning environment with countless opportunities for career growth and professional development.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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