CRNA Nurse Anesthetist

We are recruiting for a motivated CRNA Nurse Anesthetist to join our team!We are here for life's journey.Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.DepartmentAnesthesiologistsJob SummaryCRNAs will work in a collaborative environment evaluating patients pre-operatively, formulating the anesthetic plan, and administering the anesthesia autonomously. An anesthesiologist is available for consultation and help if needed. Provides anesthesia care for only obstetrical related cases to include caesarean sections, epidurals, dilation and curettage, tubal ligations which can be scheduled or emergency obstetrical procedures. Safely transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. Full benefit package to include but not limited to, health care coverage, dental, vision, 32 days of paid time off, continuing education, short- and long-term disability, retirement match, PSLF, along with extremely flexible scheduling.Essential Functions:Performs appropriate pre-induction evaluation of the patient's physical status. Completes a preanesthetic evaluation and discusses the plan of care with the patient and/or family, including risks, benefits, and alternatives. Formulates an appropriate anesthetic plan consistent with surgical requirements, taking into consideration the physical and emotional condition of the patient. Discusses anesthetic plan with an attending anesthesiologist as needed. (15%)Provides anesthesia care in a manner that is consistent with accepted standards of care.Recognizes urgent situations and responds in a manner that promotes the highest likelihoodof a positive patient outcome. Requests consultation from the attending anesthesiologist asappropriate. (45%)Documents patient care correctly; Maintains accurate and legible documentation of allpatient health care provided, confidentiality of patient information and records, and accuraterecords for controlled drug administration. (10%)Performs appropriate post-anesthesia evaluation, care, and discharge. Any and all postoperativecomplications are brought to the attending anesthesiologist's attention. Transfer ofpatient care responsibility to appropriate personnel with communication of significantelements of care. (20%)Attends monthly department meetings and assumes temporaryadministrative responsibilities when needed. Suggests or develops new revenue generatingor dollar saving procedures. Participates in the development of more efficient patient careservices. (5%)Contributes to development of patient teaching or care manuals. Pursues and attains morethan minimum CME credits. Actively participates in in-service education. Attendsdepartmental teaching and M&M conferences. (5%)Actively performs education and Teaching of Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetists. (5%)Education:Master's Degree In directly related field RequiredWork Experience:1-3 years related experience. RequiredLicenses:RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required andBLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required andCRNA-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center Required#RNdenverKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Skilled in the use and maintenance of anesthesia equipment.Skill to communicate effectively with physicians, patients and other hospital employees.Ability to assist with patients who may need ICU ventilators, high-risk intubations and facilitate fiber optic intubations.Computer skills required.ShiftWork TypeRegularSalary$214,800.00 - $238,100.00 / yrBenefitsOutstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plansFree RTD EcoPass (public transportation)On-site employee fitness center and wellness classesChildcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and moreTuition reimbursement & assistanceEducation & development opportunities including career pathways and coachingProfessional clinical advancement program & shared governancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programNational Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employerOur ValuesRespectBelongingAccountabilityTransparencyAll job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: will be considered until the position is filled.

Created: 2025-02-07