Nurse Anesthetist

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Nurse Anesthetist for the department of Anesthesiology at the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.

The primary purpose of the Nurse Anesthetist (Certified Registered) position is to administer anesthesia – related care in four general categories. (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation (2) anesthesia induction, maintenance and emergence, (3) post anesthesia care and (4) peri anesthetic and clinical support functions.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Performing and documenting a pre-anesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient, including requesting consultations and diagnostic studies, selecting, obtaining ordering or administering pre-anesthetic medications and fluids; and obtaining informed consent for anesthesia.
• Develops and implements an anesthetic plan.
• Selecting and initiating the planned anesthetic technique which may include: general regional and local anesthesia and intravenous sedation/monitored anesthesia care ( MAC ).
• Selecting, obtaining or administering the anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, accessory drugs, and fluids necessary to manage the anesthetic, to maintain the patient’s physiologic homeostasis, and to correct abnormal responses to the anesthesia or surgery.
• Selecting, applying, or inserting appropriate non-invasive and invasive monitoring modalities for collecting and interpreting patient physiological data.
• Managing a patient’s airway and pulmonary status using endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy or extubation.

FLSA

FLSA Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 02H

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary

Mid Range Salary

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

Union Description

Union Description HPAE 5089

Payroll Designation

Payroll Designation People Soft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia Education Program with a Master’s Degree in a related field; or graduation from a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Education programs prior to January 1998 is required.

• Applicants must have successfully completed the National Certification Examination to be a CRNA and maintain current certification.
• Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse ( APN ) {by June 16, 2009} in the State of New Jersey and current certification as a Nurse Anesthetist…