CRNA - Anesthesia - Duluth, MN

essentiahealth; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 266,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Educational programs

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a CRNA to provide clinical anesthesia care in the operating room and related areas, with on-call duties as assigned.

The role requires graduation from accredited nursing and nurse anesthesia programs, NBCRNA certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and ability to perform under pressure.

Compensation includes $142.10/hr ($295,568 annually) with a $100,000 signing bonus tied to 5 years of employment, plus comprehensive benefits and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Has graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• /nHas graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia
• Knowledge of current principles and methods of general, regional and local anesthetics
• Ability to function in stressful and emergent situations

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care in operating rooms and related areas
• Coordinate staff coverage, assignments and breaks in the surgical area
• Assess patient data and tailor anesthesia plans by age-specific needs
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and professional development

Skills

General anesthesia

Regional anesthesia

Local anesthesia

Critical thinking

Team communication

Education

CRNA program graduate

RN license

Tools

NBCRNA certification

BLS/ACLS/PALS

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2031380 ANESTHESIOLOGY - DC

Job Description:

Performs clinical anesthesia duties and takes appropriate responsibility for direct patient care and for on‑call as assigned. Prioritizes anesthetic decisions, administers anesthetic agents following protocols and guidelines and communicates patient status to healthcare team members. This individual performs coordinating duties by facilitating staff coverage, assignments and breaks in the surgical area. This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age‑specific needs is required. The CRNA demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and/team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice of nursing through performance improvement initiatives. This individual is active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The CRNA will ensure that the patient and family are partners in the plan of anesthesia care. West Market: 2 years of clinical experience as a CRNA is required for this position.

Education Qualifications:

CRNA – Duluth, MN

Administers anesthesia to patients of all ages in the operating room, delivery room, and provides other related services as needed in other patient care areas according to Medical Center policies and procedures. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co‑workers, and others.

PRACTICE SPECIFICS

• Current Compensation for CRNA is $142.10/hr ($295,568 annually at a 1.0)
• $100,000.00 signing bonus tied to 5 years of employment
• 19 active ORs at Essentia Health St. Mary’s Medical Center (SMMC), 380‑bed tertiary care center, Level I Trauma Center; high acuity
• 11 active ORs at Essentia Health Duluth (formally Miller Dwan) a 151‑bed care center; approximately
• 80% outpatient surgeries
• Other anesthetizing sites are EP lab, Endoscopy, OB, CT, ASC, hospital in Superior
• 8, 10, 12, 16 and 24 hour shifts
• Busy surgical schedule, diverse practice excluding transplant and complex pediatrics
• Medically directed practice with collegial Anesthesiologists

Job Qualifications, Education, Requirements:

Education and/or years’ experience required:

• Has graduated from an accredited school of nursing
• Has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia
• Knowledge of current principles and methods of general, regional and local anesthetics
• Ability to function in stressful and emergent situations

Licensure/Certifications Required:

• Holds a current license in the state of practice
• Is certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists; and has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation.
• Re‑certified per the NBCRNA
• Holds current BLS/ACLS/PALS certification

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Mental Requirements:

• Knowledge of current principles and methods of general, regional, and local anesthetics
• Ability to function in stressful and emergent situations

Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production‑based compensation

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Holds a current license in the state of practice.

Is certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA); and has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation.

Re‑certified per the NBCRNA.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Compensation Range:

$295,568.00 - $295,568.00 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].