Nurse Anesthetist; CRNA

Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research.

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We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieving optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.

We have a current full-time (1.0 FTE) opening for a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to provide anesthesia care to trauma, surgical, medical, pediatric, obstetric patients, as well as several NORA sites. CRNA’s typically work an 8, 10, or 12-hour day shift and are also scheduled for 16 and 24-hour call shifts. HHS offers a comprehensive benefits package.

• Provides pre‑anesthesia care, including patient interview, examination, necessary tests, preanesthetic medications, fluids, and documentation.
• Provides anesthesia care, including preparation of medications, supplies and equipment; respiratory care; administration of anesthetics and adjuncts; monitoring of physiology and anesthetic depth; patient positioning; documentation; and use of appropriate monitoring devices. A qualified anesthetist shall be present throughout all anesthetics.
• Provides post‑anesthesia care, including assistance in the post‑anesthesia care unit and follow‑up of patients receiving anesthesia.
• Continuously evaluates and treats patients with monitoring and support during transport.
• Assists in pain management.
• Responds to emergency situations by providing airway and respiratory management, emergency medication and fluid administration, and advanced cardiac life support techniques.
• Prepares, maintains, and operates anesthesia equipment.
• Precepts students.
• Participates in quality improvement projects.
• Demonstrates respect for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and colleagues to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and collaborates as part of a department/unit team interdepartmentally to meet goals and objectives.

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia.
• Possession of a valid Minnesota Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License (or eligibility).
• ACLS, BLS, PALS certification.

CRNA’s at Hennepin Healthcare are paid an hourly rate that corresponds to years of licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider:

• Tier 1: 0‑2 years = $123/hr
• Tier 2: 3‑6 years = $130/hr
• Tier 3: 7+ years = $137/hr

• Competitive pay based on skill, licensure/certifications, education, experience and internal equity.
• Extensive benefits program that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short and Long‑Term Disability Insurance, Retirement Funds, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and License and Certification Reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site.

• Offers of employment are conditional upon successful background checks and pre‑employment requirements. Positions are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.
• As a 501(c)(3) non‑profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Hourly rate listed is current and will increase annually in April.