CRNA

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 302,000 - 324,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Moving stipend/sign on bonus

Paid Time Off

401(k) employer contribution

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The CRNA will be responsible for preoperative evaluations, monitoring anesthesia procedures, and ensuring patient safety during surgery.

This position offers an annual compensation of $302,000 to $324,000, a generous moving stipend, and a total of 7.6 weeks in paid time off. Ideal candidates must hold certification by AANA and possess current RN licensure in Utah.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
• Current registered nurse licensure in Utah.
• Demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preoperative evaluations and monitor anesthesia procedures.
• Induce general or regional anesthesia and ensure patient safety.
• Evaluate patient recovery post-anesthesia.

Skills

Human relation and communication skills

Patient care

Knowledge of anesthesia procedures

Education

Certification as a CRNA

Registered Nurse licensure in Utah

Job description

CRNA

Job Summary

As a patient-focused organization, the University of Utah Health Sciences exists to enhance the health and well‑being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The Health Sciences Center seeks faculty and staff who are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.

Our total compensation ranges from $302,000 to $324,000 annually, including a 14.2% employer contribution to your 401(k). We will offer a $30,000 moving stipend/sign on bonus to make relocation effortless. Paid Time Off details— 7.6 weeks or 38 days, including vacation, personal leave days, CME time and paid holidays. In addition to this, you will accrue twelve sick days annually (96 hours), earned monthly to support your well‑being throughout the year. For any work beyond your clinical commitment, you will earn an impressive $145 per hour. And all of this comes with the added bonus of living and working in beautiful Utah!

Responsibilities

Performs preoperative evaluation by assessing staff notes, progress notes, lab work, and patient histories to determine the most appropriate anesthetic management. The CRNA may order additional analyses, consultations, lab work, and peri‑anesthetic medications as warranted. Monitors functioning of all equipment and induces general and/or regional anesthesia by using anesthesia procedures and methods. Manages the anesthetic procedure by monitoring appropriate physical, physiochemical, and biochemical indicators such as blood pressure, heart rate, EKG, blood loss, patient position, pulmonary compliance, arterial blood bases, etc. Adjusts anesthesia procedures as required; informs other medical personnel of all necessary developments. Oversees recovery from anesthesia by observing the appropriate indicators in surgery as well as the post‑anesthesia recovery room; performs post‑operative evaluation. Makes appropriate entries in staff notes, on anesthesia records, and in the patients' charts.

Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Often: Infectious disease, oils (there is air or skin exposure to oils or other cutting fluids), hazards (includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals). Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required: Nearly Continuously: Hearing, listening, talking, walking. Often: Repetitive hand motion such as typing, standing. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.

Minimum Qualifications

Certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA); current registered nurse licensure in the state of Utah; and demonstrated human relation and effective communication skills required. The CRNA certification is granted after successful completion of an AANA approved curriculum of coursework; 24 months of concurrent practicum experience or equivalency (2 years related work experience may be substituted for 1 year of education); and passing scores on a national exam administered by AANA. Bi-annual rectification is contingent on continuing professional practice plus 40 hours of continuing education units.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers, and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.