Senior Nurse Anesthetist - Urology Center

University of Arkansas; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care organization in the United States seeks a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to deliver high-quality anesthesia services. This role involves collaboration within a care team, providing care for patients across various settings, with a focus on evidence-based practices and ensuring patient safety.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Qualifications

• Licensed as an RN and ARNP in Arkansas.
• Minimum of 1 year of CRNA experience is required.
• Certified by the National Board for Nurse Anesthetists.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-anesthesia assessments and evaluate patients.
• Develop and implement anesthesia care plans.
• Administer anesthesia and manage post-anesthesia recovery.

Skills

Anesthesia administration

Patient evaluation

Emergency management

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia

Current CRNA license

Job description

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Closing Date:

07/17/2025
Type of Position: Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department: ICE | PeriopSvc CRNA

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Summary of Job Duties: A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) or Senior Nurse Anesthetist is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who provides anesthesia services in a collaborative care team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based anesthesia. The CRNA provides anesthesia for patients of all acuity levels in a variety of settings. CRNAs must be licensed by the State of Arkansas as an RN and ARNP, and be certified by the Council on Certification/Recertification of the AANA. Responsibilities include general and regional anesthesia. This position will supervise and direct Anesthesia Techs.
Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nurse Anesthesia;

• Current CRNA license

• 1 year of CRNA experience

• Certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (proof of these requirements may be requested at any time).

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least one (1) year of CRNA experience, preferably in a Tertiary care hospital

• Must have accountability and high-level problem-solving abilities.

Additional Information:

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Responsibilities:

• Perform and document the pre-anesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.

• Review, request, and order (as state law permits) laboratory/diagnostic studies.

• Obtain informed consent for anesthesia and related services.

• Select, obtain, order, and administer preanesthetic medication or treatment.

• Develop and implement an anesthesia care plan.

• Select, obtain, prepare, and use equipment, invasive and non-invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for administering sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed.

• Select, order, obtain, and administer analgesic and anesthetic agents, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, fluids, or blood products necessary to provide anesthesia services.

• Facilitate emergence and recovery from anesthesia by evaluating patient response, selecting, ordering, and administering medications, fluids, and ventilator support to maintain patient stability during transfer.

• Initiate and administer post-anesthesia pharmacological or fluid support of the cardiovascular system.

• Initiate and administer respiratory support to ensure adequate ventilation and oxygenation in the post-anesthesia period.

• Evaluate the patient’s response to anesthesia and surgery; take appropriate corrective action during the post-anesthesia period.

• Provide post-anesthesia follow-up evaluation and care.

• Manage emergencies by assessing, stabilizing, and determining disposition of patients, including providing airway management, administration of emergency drugs and fluids, and using basic and advanced cardiac life support techniques.

• Participates in required educational programs.

• Participates in monthly departmental meetings.

• Seeks ongoing professional educational growth.

• Maintains current licensure requirements for CRNA.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity: Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity: Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Benefits Eligible: Yes