Essentia Health·Fargo, North Dakota
Performs clinical anesthesia duties and manages direct patient care, including the administration of anesthetic agents following established protocols. Coordinates staff coverage and assignments within the surgical area while participating in performance improvement initiatives.
Building location: 32nd Avenue Building
3001380 anesthesiology - 32nd clin
Performs clinical anesthesia duties and takes appropriate responsibility for direct patient care and for on-call as assigned.
Prioritizes anesthetic decisions, administers anesthetic agents following protocols and guidelines and communicates patient status to healthcare team members.
This individual performs coordinating duties by facilitating staff coverage, assignments and breaks in the surgical area.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span.
The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required.
The CRNA demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and/team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice of nursing through performance improvement initiatives.
This individual is active in professional organizations and participates in community activities.
The CRNA will ensure that the patient and family are partners in the plan of anesthesia care.
West Market: 2 years of clinical experience as a CRNA is required for this position
There is an $80k bonus for this position.
Must be certified as a registered nurse and as a registered nurse anesthetist in North Dakota. Valid North Dakota registered nurse licensure, American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Life Support (BLS).
This is a full-time, exempt position working in the Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center hospital, Essentia Health-Fargo.
We are looking for a CRNA to join our general pool. This includes call, weekends and 1-2 holidays per year. Competitive salary and benefits.
The Anesthesia group consists of 28 full-time CRNAs and 10 Anesthesiologists. This group staffs 11 ORs, Endo, IR, Cath Lab, Radiology and OB.
Holds a current license in the state of practice. Is certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA); and has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation. Re-certified per the NBCRNA.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Holds a current license in the state of practice. Current certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA); or has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Must be certified as a registered nurse and as a registered nurse anesthetist in North Dakota. Valid North Dakota registered nurse licensure, American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS).
FTE: 1
Shift rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
$295,568.00 - $295,568.00
At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Requires certification as a Registered Nurse and Registered Nurse Anesthetist in North Dakota, along with AANA certification. Candidates must possess valid BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, with 2 years of clinical experience required for the West Market.
Market context
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