Graduate of an accredited MSN, DNP or DNAP CRNA program
Current RN licensure with approval to practice as a CRNA
Eligibility for AANA certification as a CRNA required for new grads
No prior experience required for new graduates; training sufficient
Experienced CRNAs encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
Administer general anesthetics for surgical and medical procedures
Prepare necessary drugs, supplies, and equipment for anesthetic administration
Monitor patient vital signs and react to any changes during the procedure
Explain anesthesia procedures and position patients properly in the OR
Supervise and instruct student nurse anesthetists in anesthesiology techniques
Maintain accurate records of administered anesthetics and related reports
Disassemble equipment and maintain a clean work environment
Benefits
$60,000 commitment bonus available for new and experienced CRNAs
$15,000 annual stipend for full-time CRNAs working in hospital settings
$2,500 annual CME allowance for continual education
$8,000 relocation budget for CRNAs moving at least 50 miles
On-site work arrangement at Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC
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.
