CRNA

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 192,836 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Educational fee discounts

Job summary

A leading academic health center in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Nurse Anesthetist to administer anesthesia in various settings. This position offers flexible schedules including 8-hour and 10-hour shifts, with responsibilities ranging from patient assessment to mentoring new graduates. With a competitive salary of $250,000, the role provides hiring incentives and opportunities for involvement in research. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join a collegial team under expert guidance.

Qualifications

• Must possess a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Missouri.
• Documentation of recognition as an Advanced Practice Nurse in Missouri is required.
• For new graduates, certification examination must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia in various medical settings.
• Conduct pre-operative assessments and prepare documentation.
• Mentor nurse anesthetist students and participate in research.

Skills

Clinical skills in anesthesia administration

Patient assessment

Mentorship abilities

Education

Graduation from a School of Nursing

Completion of an advanced nursing education program for Nurse Anesthetist

Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job description

Hiring Department

University of Missouri School of Medicine Department of Anesthesiology

Job Description

Join our collegial staff of both CRNA's and anesthesiologist under the leadership of Dr. Quinn Johnson. University of Missouri is the only academic health center and the most comprehensive health care network in Mid‑Missouri. Our surgical volumes and growth of our surgical specialties are increasing thus creating the need to recruit additional CRNA staff.

Opportunity Highlights

• Administration of general, regional, local and MAC anesthesia to a variety of patients in multiple settings.
• All CRNAs will act under the supervision of our Chief Nurse Anesthetist and be medically directed by an anesthesiologist to provide patient care at the University Hospital, Women's Hospital, Missouri Orthopedic Institute, Keene Street Medical Center, or Fairview Digestive Health Clinic.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Pre‑operative assessments, and case review.
• OR preparation, documentation and charting, post‑operative monitoring.
• Starting IVs, placing NG/OG tubes, and emergency airway management when requested by other providers or services.
• Mentor nurse anesthetist students along with other professionals working, training, and observing with the Anesthesiology Department.
• Opportunities to participate in research studies and clinical trials as directed by the Primary Investigators.
• Schedule can be five 8‑hour shifts/week and/or four 10‑hour shifts/week as available. Flexible shifts and varied schedules are also possible.
• Light Call – only 1 to 2 at‑home beeper calls weekends per year with the opportunity to easily trade or be paid for working extra.
• Salary $250,000 with ability to get paid for working extra shifts.
• Hiring Incentives for both experienced and new graduates.

Shift

Multiple shift possibilities: 8‑hour shifts or 10‑hour shifts working predominantly Monday – Friday. Some occasional weekend assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from a School of Nursing and possession of a license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Missouri.
• Completion of an advanced nursing education program for Nurse Anesthetist.
• Able to provide documentation of recognition as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Missouri.
• Certification as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist is necessary.
• If a new graduate, the first available nationally recognized certification examination must be taken and successfully completed.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Hiring Range: $192,836.80 – $250,000.00
Grade: HMP-E
University Title: NURSE ANESTHETIST
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Application Materials

In addition to filling out the online application please provide a Resume.

Community Information

Be surprised by what Columbia has to offer from picturesque parks to award winning cuisine to amazing art and superb shopping. Columbia is "more than a college town" and "surprisingly sophisticated."

• Rated as one of the Top 10 most livable college towns in America by Strategistico.com July 2022
• #6 Most affordable outdoorsy places to live by Realtor.com June 2022
• #28 of the Best Places to Live in the US from CBS News April 2022
• 20% population growth since 2016, low cost of living and great schools

About Missouri University Health Care (MUHC) and University of Missouri (Mizzou)

The School of Medicine partners with both MU Health Care (MUHC) and the University of Missouri campus.

• MUHC has one of the highest employee engagement scores in the Midwest.
• Recognized as one of the "150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare" by Becker's Hospital Review.
• MUHC has consistently been named one of the nation's "Most Wired" health systems by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME).
• Missouri's largest public research university with an average enrollment of 35,000 students.
• One of only five universities nationwide with law, medicine, veterinary medicine, and a nuclear research reactor on one campus.

Columbia offers small‑town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big‑city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short‑and long‑term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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