Denver Health
CRNA Nurse Anesthetist
Denver Health, Denver, CO, United States
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.
Department
Anesthesiologists
Job Summary
Under minimal supervision, administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures. Performs anesthesia-related procedures at the discretion of and under the supervision of an attending anesthesiologist. Evaluates patients preoperatively and, in consultation with the attending anesthesiologist, formulates and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. Safely transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period.
Essential Functions:
Performs appropriate pre-induction evaluation of patient’s physical status. Completes a pre-anesthetic evaluation and discusses plan of care with 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 the attending anesthesiologist. (20%)
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 likelihood of a positive patient outcome. Requests consultation from the attending anesthesiologist as appropriate. (20%)
Documents patient care correctly; Maintains accurate and legible documentation of all patient health care provided, confidentiality of patient information and records, and accurate records for controlled drug administration. (10%)
Performs appropriate post-anesthesia evaluation, care, and discharge. Any and all post-operative complications are brought to the attending anesthesiologist’s attention. Transfer of patient care responsibility to appropriate personnel with communication of significant elements of care. (20%)
Takes on-call duty as assigned and maintains availability when on-call outside the hospital. Monitors patients. Attends monthly department meetings and assumes temporary administrative responsibilities when needed. Suggests or develops new revenue generating or dollar saving procedures. Participates in the development of more efficient patient care services. (10%)
Contributes to development of patient teaching or care manuals. Pursues and attains more than minimum CME credits. Actively participates in in-service education. Attends departmental teaching and M&M conferences. (10%)
Actively performs education and Teaching of Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetists. (5%)
Assist Anesthesiology faculty in the education and training of other trainees. (5%)
Education:
Master's Degree In directly related field Required
Work Experience:
1-3 years related experience. Required
Licenses:
RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
CRNA-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center Required
Knowledge, 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.
#RNdenver
Shift
Work Type
Regular
Salary
$203,400.00 - $225,600.00 / yr
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All 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: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.
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.
Department
Anesthesiologists
Job Summary
Under minimal supervision, administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures. Performs anesthesia-related procedures at the discretion of and under the supervision of an attending anesthesiologist. Evaluates patients preoperatively and, in consultation with the attending anesthesiologist, formulates and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. Safely transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period.
Essential Functions:
Performs appropriate pre-induction evaluation of patient’s physical status. Completes a pre-anesthetic evaluation and discusses plan of care with 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 the attending anesthesiologist. (20%)
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 likelihood of a positive patient outcome. Requests consultation from the attending anesthesiologist as appropriate. (20%)
Documents patient care correctly; Maintains accurate and legible documentation of all patient health care provided, confidentiality of patient information and records, and accurate records for controlled drug administration. (10%)
Performs appropriate post-anesthesia evaluation, care, and discharge. Any and all post-operative complications are brought to the attending anesthesiologist’s attention. Transfer of patient care responsibility to appropriate personnel with communication of significant elements of care. (20%)
Takes on-call duty as assigned and maintains availability when on-call outside the hospital. Monitors patients. Attends monthly department meetings and assumes temporary administrative responsibilities when needed. Suggests or develops new revenue generating or dollar saving procedures. Participates in the development of more efficient patient care services. (10%)
Contributes to development of patient teaching or care manuals. Pursues and attains more than minimum CME credits. Actively participates in in-service education. Attends departmental teaching and M&M conferences. (10%)
Actively performs education and Teaching of Resident Registered Nurse Anesthetists. (5%)
Assist Anesthesiology faculty in the education and training of other trainees. (5%)
Education:
Master's Degree In directly related field Required
Work Experience:
1-3 years related experience. Required
Licenses:
RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required and
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
CRNA-Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center Required
Knowledge, 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.
#RNdenver
Shift
Work Type
Regular
Salary
$203,400.00 - $225,600.00 / yr
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
Our Values
Respect
Belonging
Accountability
Transparency
All 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: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion
Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.