Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

At Duke Health, we are driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke Regional Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina. With 388 beds it is the second largest of Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight‑loss surgery, women’s services, and heart and vascular services. Hiring Incentives A $60,000 commitment bonus is currently being offered to New Graduate and Experienced CRNAs (eligible for new full‑time CRNAs or for PRNs with over 5 years 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 1.0 FTEs (or prorated for $2,500 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 ensure 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. For more information, please reach out to View email address on click.appcast.io Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Essential Physical Job Functions Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr