Nurse Anesthetist; CRNA - Endobronchial

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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. It is the largest of Duke Health’s four hospitals with 1,062 patient beds, and features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endoscopy surgery center, and more.

• $60,000 commitment bonus is currently offered to new graduate and experienced CRNAs (distributed in $10,000 increments every six months for 36 months).
• $2,500 annual CME allowance for 1.0 FTEs, prorated for those working less.
• $8,000 relocation budget is available for CRNAs who move 50 miles or more (NC primary residence to Duke facility).

The Endoscopy team currently covers clinics at the Duke Medical Pavilion, Duke South Clinics, and Brier Creek Endoscopy Center.

Administer anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical and medical procedures.

• Administer general anesthetics for predominantly endoscopic procedures; take necessary remedial action to aspirate secretions from throat, larynx, and trachea as required.
• Determine, set up, and prepare necessary drugs, supplies, and equipment for anesthetic administration; assemble gas machine and ensure proper functioning; ensure availability of proper type of blood for emergency use.
• Study patient records to determine probable effects of anesthetics; monitor vital signs during the procedure; take necessary actions to maintain near‑normal physiological status.
• Prepare patients for anesthesia, including explaining procedures and positioning them on the operating room table; record patient condition and type of anesthetic used on the chart.
• Assist in moving patients from the operating room to the recovery area; check patients periodically and take remedial measures to alleviate unfavorable post‑anesthesia effects.
• Supervise and instruct student nurse anesthetists in anesthetic administration; assist in evaluating clinical performance and progress; instruct residents, interns, and allied health students.
• Disassemble equipment and clean the work area; report necessary equipment repairs and adjustments to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain records of each anesthetic administered and prepare periodic reports related to activities.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

• Graduate of an accredited MSN or DNP or DNAP CNRA program.

• CRNA.

• Current RN licensure issued by or recognized by NCBON with approval to practice as a CRNA.

• A minimum of 2 years of experience is strongly preferred.

4 10‑hour shifts per week.

Monday‑Friday (7 am‑5 pm). Opportunities for some weekend work.

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