Hennepin Healthcare has full-time or part-time (0.8 FTE) opportunities for Nurse Anesthetists to provide anesthesia care to trauma, surgical, medical, pediatric, obstetric patients, as well as several NORA sites. We offer a flexible schedule. CRNA's typically work an 8, 10, or 12-hour day shift and are also scheduled for 16 and 24-hour call shifts.
Start date can be flexible after credentialing completion. RESPONSIBILITIES Provides pre-anesthesia care, which may include interviewing and examining patient, obtaining necessary tests to conduct the anesthetic, administering preanesthetic medications and fluids and documentation on the preanesthetic record Provides anesthesia care, which may include: preparing medications, supplies and equipment for the administration of anesthesia; respiratory care of patients; administer anesthetics, other additional medications, intravenous fluids and blood products to appropriately care for patient; continual evaluation of the patients oxygenation, ventilation, circulation, temperature, other relevant physiologic and pharmacologic parameters and anesthetic depth; maintain proper patient positioning during the anesthetic; complete documentation of patient management on the anesthetic record; institute appropriate monitoring. A qualified anesthetist shall be present throughout the conduct of all anesthetics.
Provides post anesthesia care, which may include assisting in patient care in the post anesthesia care unit and follow up of patients receiving anesthetic care Continually evaluates and treats patients with monitoring and support appropriate to the patient's condition during transport Assists in pain management Responds to emergency situations by providing airway and respiratory management, administration of emergency medications and fluids, and using advanced cardiac life support techniques Prepares, maintains and operates anesthesia equipment Precepting students Participates in quality improvement projects Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment Promotes effective working relations and works collaboratively as part of a department/unit team interdepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from an accredited School of Nurse Anesthesia Possession of a valid Minnesota Advanced Practice Registered Nurse License (or eligibility) ACLS, BLS, PALS CRNA's at Hennepin Healthcare are paid an hourly rate coinciding with years since licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider as follows: Tier 1: 0-2 years = $126.69/hr Tier 2: 3-6 years = $133.90/hr Tier 3: 7+ years = $141.11/hr Hennepin Healthcare is one of the few organizations in the Twin Cities with an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the growth and support of APPs. The APP Center leadership members work together to promote and advocate for the 300+ APPs at the organization. In addition to offering professional development, free ME opportunities, and ongoing communication to all APPs, the APP Center includes a lounge exclusive to APPs with a work room, conference room and snack/beverage area.
TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE - PROVIDERS We offer a competitive compensation plan based on your skills and experience/training related to this position, and internal equity. We provide an extensive benefits program that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement; Annual Business Expense Account dollars. Professional Liability Coverage is provided at all FTE levels.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness; it is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others.