CRNA - REQ B - Sign On Bonus Available - FT

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner in New Orleans seeks a Certified Nurse Anesthetist to administer anesthesia during surgical, obstetrical, and pain procedures under physician supervision, joining a collaborative team.

The role requires a Master's in nurse anesthesia, APRN license, AANA certification, and BCLS, with flexibility for 24/7 on-call.

You will document procedures, ensure patient safety, and contribute to quality assurance while engaging with surgeons and staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nurse anesthesia from an AANA-accredited program.
• APRN license in the practicing state.
• Certification through the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• Flexibility to work a 24/7 on-call schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients before, during, and after anesthesia.
• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients per practice standards.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, staff and families.
• Participate in quality assurance and professional development.
• Adapt to diverse patient populations and ensure safety.

Skills

Nurse Anesthesia

Patient assessment

Interprofessional communication

On-call availability

Clinical collaboration

Education

Master's degree in nurse anesthesia (AANA accredited)

APRN license in state of practice

AANA certification

BCLS certification

Tools

EPIC

Windows OS

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job works administers anesthesia to patients during the performance of surgical, obstetrical and other pain producing clinical procedures under the supervision of a physician. Works in a collaborative model including but not limited to residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for patients. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Required - Master's degree from a school of nurse anesthesia accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).

Work Experience

• Required - None.

Certifications

• Required - License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice.
• C ertification through the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

Job Duties

• 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, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though th