Graduate of an accredited MSN, DNP, or DNAP CRNA program
Current RN licensure with approval to practice as a CRNA
CRNA certification required; new grads must be eligible for AANA certification
New grads welcome; no prior experience necessary beyond education
5-7 years of PRN experience with Duke qualifies for additional incentives
Responsibilities
Administer general anesthetics during surgical and medical procedures
Prepare and set up necessary drugs, supplies, and equipment for anesthesia
Monitor patient vital signs and take action to maintain physiological stability
Prepare patients for anesthesia by explaining procedures and positioning them
Assist in patient transfer from operating room to recovery area
Supervise and instruct student nurse anesthetists and evaluate their performance
Maintain records of anesthetics administered and prepare periodic reports
Benefits
$60,000 commitment bonus for new grad and experienced CRNAs
$15,000 annual stipend for full-time CRNAs in a hospital setting
$2,500 annual CME allowance for full-time CRNAs
$8,000 relocation budget for CRNAs moving 50 miles or more
On-site work arrangement at Duke Regional Hospital
Full Job Description
Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Requisition Number: 263777
Regular or Temporary: Regular
Location:
Personnel Area: DUKE REGIONAL HOSPITAL, Durham, NC, US, 27710
Duke Health CRNA Full Time Hiring Incentives
A $60,000 COMMITMENT BONUS is currently being offered to New Grad and Experienced CRNAs (eligible for New full time CRNAs or for PRNs with over 5 yrs current PRN experience with Duke.
Distributed in $10,000 increments every six months for 36 months
All FTE CRNAs working in a hospital setting are offered a $15,000 annual stipend for 1.0FTEs (or prorated for
$2500 annual CME allowance for 1.0 FTEs, prorated for those working less
An $8,000 relocation budget is available for CRNAs who move 50 miles or more (NC primary residence to Duke facility)
Job Summary
Administer anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical and other medical procedures.
Job Responsibilities and Duties
Administer general anesthetics to render patients insensible to pain during surgical, obstetrical and other medical 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 the administration of anesthetics; assemble gas machine and test to insure proper functioning; ensure availability of proper type blood for emergency use.
Study patient records to determine probable effects of anesthetic on patient; monitor vital signs during course of procedure; take necessary action to ensure a near normal physiological status of the patient.
Prepare patients for anesthesia to include 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; check patient periodically 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 the work area; report necessary equipment repairs and adjustments to the proper personnel.
Maintain records of each anesthetic administered and prepare periodic reports related to activities.
Perform other duties related to the work described herein.
Job Eligibility Requirements
Education
Graduate of an accredited MSN, DNP or DNAP CRNA program
Certification
CRNA
Eligibility for certification by the AANA as a Certified Nurse Anesthetist is required for new grads.
Licensure
Current RN licensure issued by or recognized by NCBON with approval to practice as a CRNA
Experience
New grads are welcome to apply; no experience is required beyond CRNA education and training.
About Duke University
Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day town of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. Duke's campus spans over 8,600 acres on three contiguous campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top 20 universities in the United States and is a member of the prestigious Ivy League. Duke is also known for its highly ranked medical, law, and business schools. Duke University has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and over 100 countries. Duke University was founded in 1838 and is located in Durham, North Carolina.
