Nurse Anesthetist; CRNA - Anesthesiology
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Nurse Anesthetist/CRNA
Overview
Position:
Nurse Anesthetist / CRNA (as described in the posting). The following outlines the responsibilities, qualifications, and conditions as provided in the original job description.
Administers anesthesia, monitors patient’s vital signs, and oversees patient recovery from anesthesia; assists anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other members of the healthcare team during surgical, obstetrical, and other medical procedures.
PrimaryDuties & Responsibilities
- Reviews schedule of cases assigned daily and studies lab values and physical findings in pre-anesthetic examination.
- Determines in consultation with an anesthesiologist the choice of anesthetic technique and appropriate monitoring for each patient.
- Ascertain that blood of proper type is available when indicated and operative permit is properly signed.
- Explains procedure to patients, including risks and benefits.
- Assembles supplies and equipment in operating room.
- Selects solutions to be administered for fluid replacement.
- Administers anesthetic agents to maintain patient in surgical anesthetic state.
- Places both noninvasive and invasive monitors as indicated to monitor patient’s blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, color and fluid loss and watches for significant physical changes.
- Keeps surgeon and anesthesiologist informed of patient’s condition.
- Records condition of patient prior to, during and following administration of anesthetic and type of anesthetic used.
- Assists in moving patients to recovery room and observing condition, notifying physicians when unfavorable situations develop.
- Assists with care of patients suffering respiratory or cardiac emergency problems with airway management techniques and using Advanced Cardiac Life Support guidelines.
Job Location /
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment;
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens;
Alternative work schedules;
On-Call (Beeper);
Requires protective devices;
Patient care setting;
Direct patient care setting.
- Typically standing or walking.
- Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
- Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less).
- Office equipment.
- Clinical/diagnostic equipment.
Required Qualifications
B.S.N.
- Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Red Cross
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
- Nurse Anesthesiologist (CRNA) - American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA)
- Registered Nurse - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- Registered Nurse - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
No specific work experience is required for this position.
SkillsNot Applicable
Driver s LicenseA driver’s license is not required for this position.
Required Qualifications More About This Job- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
Preferred Qualifications
D.N.P.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia
No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work ExperienceNo additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
SkillsAdaptability, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Anesthesia Monitoring, Anesthesiology, BLS for Healthcare Providers, Clinical Anesthesia, Critical Thinking, Detail-Oriented, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Care, Patient Care Documentation, Patient Monitoring, Recordkeeping, Time Management, Vital Signs
GradeS38
Salary Range$ - $ / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
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