CRNA: High-Volume OR Anesthesia Expert

wvumedicine; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health Associates seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to provide anesthesia care for diverse procedures. The CRNA will work with supervising physicians, monitor patients, and adjust anesthetic plans while maintaining patient safety.

Responsibilities include airway management, pre-anesthetic evaluation participation, post-operative evaluation, and documentation. The role supports a fast-paced environment with ongoing education for staff and students.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of WV is required.
• APRN (Nurse Anesthetist) licensure is required.
• Board certification or recertification by the CCRNA is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthetic care with supervision and according to hospital policy.
• Monitor patient responses to sedatives and agents and inform the anesthesiologist.
• Perform airway management, monitor vital signs, and manage induction to emergence.
• Document anesthesia care accurately in the record and ensure equipment readiness.
• Participate in pre-anesthetic evaluation and post-operative care planning.
• Assist with teaching and supervision of trainees as needed.

Education

Registered Nurse License (RN) - WV

APRN (Nurse Anesthetist) license

Board Certified or Recertified by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists

Job description

University Health Associates seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist to provide anesthesia care for diverse procedures. The CRNA will work with supervising physicians, monitor patients, and adjust anesthetic plans while maintaining patient safety.

Responsibilities include airway management, pre-anesthetic evaluation participation, post-operative evaluation, and documentation. The role supports a fast-paced environment with ongoing education for staff and students.