CRNA: Compassionate Anesthesia Expert & Collaborative Care

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to administer anesthesia under physician supervision. The role collaborates with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff to deliver safe, patient-centered care. Requires a master’s degree in nurse anesthesia, state APRN license, AANA certification, and BCLS.

Flexible scheduling is expected in a 24/7 clinical environment. The position emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and participation in quality assurance and professional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nurse anesthesia from an AANA-accredited program.
• Current APRN license in the state of practice and certification through the AANA.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on‑call).

Responsibilities

• Documents patient procedures and incidents.
• Assesses patient before, during, and after administering anesthesia.
• Ensures patient safety and administers anesthesia following accepted practice techniques.
• Acts as a liaison to surgeons, anesthesiologists, co-workers, patients, and families.
• Participates in department quality assurance initiatives and activities of professional development.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Data entry

Windows proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Flexible schedule

Education

Master’s degree in nurse anesthesia

Job description

Ochsner Health in New Orleans seeks a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to administer anesthesia under physician supervision. The role collaborates with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff to deliver safe, patient-centered care. Requires a master’s degree in nurse anesthesia, state APRN license, AANA certification, and BCLS.

Flexible scheduling is expected in a 24/7 clinical environment. The position emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and participation in quality assurance and professional