Nurse Anesthetist; CRNA - Endobronchial

Position: Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) F/T - ENDOBRONCHIAL

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About Duke University Hospital

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

Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) F/T - ENDOBROCHIAL Duke Health CRNA Full Time Hiring Incentives

• $60,000 Commitment Bonus currently being offered to New Grad 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.
• A $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.

Job Summary

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

Job Responsibilities and Duties

• Administer general anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical and other medical procedures, primarily of an endoscopic nature; 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 the administration of anesthetics; assemble gas machine and test to ensure proper functioning; ensure availability of proper type of blood for emergency use.
• Study patient records to determine probable effects of anesthetic on patient; monitor vital signs during the procedure; take necessary action to maintain a near-normal physiological status of the patient.
• Prepare patients for anesthesia, including explaining procedures and positioning patient on operating room table; record condition of patient and type of anesthetic used on patient's chart.
• Assist in moving patient from operating room to recovery area; periodically check patient and take remedial measures to alleviate unfavorable post‑anesthesia effects as required.
• Supervise and instruct student nurse anesthetists in the administration of general anesthetics; assist in evaluating clinical performance and progress; instruct residents, interns and allied health students in the procedures and techniques of anesthesiology.
• Disassemble equipment and clean work area; report necessary equipment repairs and adjustments to proper personnel.
• Maintain records of each anesthetic administered and prepare periodic reports related to activities.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Job Eligibility Requirements Education

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

Certification

• CRNA.

Licensure

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

Experience

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

Job Hours

4 10‑hour shifts per week

Monday‑Friday (7 am‑5 pm)

Opportunities for some weekend work

Equal Opportunity Employer

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

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Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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