Location: University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Anesthesiology Department, St. Margaret
Position: Full-Time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Non-Exempt Hourly Rates
Why UPMC St. Margaret? - Work in a Premier Facility: Join a 250-bed Magnet designated hospital and UPMC Certified Stroke Institute. Flexible schedule with 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts, on-call team in place. Benefit from working in 13 ORs and 3 GI procedure rooms, handling a variety of cases including General, Orthopedics, Urology, Vascular, GYN, and ENT.
- Diverse Clinical Experience: Rotate between UPMC St. Margaret and UPMC Harmar Outpatient Center, which has 5 ORs. Gain experience in Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, and Plastics cases.
- Career Growth and Flexibility: With over 4,000 APP professionals and 616+ CRNAs, you'll find abundant opportunities for advancement. Enjoy flexible schedules, including a new 24-hour call option designed to enhance work-life integration, and a comprehensive career ladder designed to support your professional journey and recognize your contributions.
Empowered to Grow: The CRNA Advantage at UPMC - 24-Hour Call for Work-Life Balance: In response to our CRNA's needs, we now offer 24-hour call opportunities, allowing for condensed schedules that maximize time off and enhance work-life integration. This model provides flexibility while maintaining competitive compensation.
- CRNA Career Ladder: Our Ladder helps you see the rewards quickly. 87% of our CRNAs have advanced in our unique Ladder. You are empowered to select your areas of interest while earning financial rewards for your career pathway.
- Enhanced Sign-On Package: Competitive salary with newly increased ranges and substantial sign-on bonuses.
- Generous Relocation Assistance: Seamless transition with our relocation support.
- Expansive Tier Program: Accelerate your salary growth at credentialed sites and benefit from performance-based annual pay increases.
- Site Movement Incentives: Recognition and rewards for your flexibility and dedication.
All for you! Teamwork and Collaboration: Our collaborative environment at UPMC, fosters teamwork and collaboration spotlighting the cornerstones of our approach to delivering exceptional patient care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you'll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes leading surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals who are all committed to the highest standards of care. Our team fosters mutual respect, where your expertise is not only valued but essential to the success of every procedure.
Continuous Learning: We recognize that continuous learning is essential to advancing your career and delivery of the highest quality of care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you will have access to a wealth of educational resources and opportunities designed to keep you at the forefront of the anesthesia field.
Total Rewards: Our CRNAs enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal well-being. With generous paid time off and paid parental leave, UPMC prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, so you can thrive both at work and at home.
Living in Pittsburgh: Living in Pittsburgh offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant city life combined with the charm of its suburbs. From cultural attractions and outdoor activities to top-rated schools and universities, Pittsburgh has something for everyone.
Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all patients in cooperation with the supervising physician, following Department of Anesthesiology standards and hospital policies. They administer anesthesia, monitor patients' reactions to sedatives and anesthetic agents, and inform the anesthesiologist of any adverse conditions that may threaten patient safety.
Responsibilities: - Administer anesthesia and related care, including pre-anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, emergence, post-anesthesia care, and peri-anesthesia support.
- Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines
- Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs.
- Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards
- Participate in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation.
Qualifications: - Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required.
- Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.
- Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required.
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
- AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Act 33 with renewal
- Act 34 with renewal
- Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
