NURSE ANESTHETIST (CRNA) - Duke Eye Center

Overview At Duke Health, we're 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 University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Job Details Job Location : Duke Eye Center – Duke University Hospital Campus, 2351 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705 Shifts : Monday–Friday, 10 hour shifts. No nights, no weekends; team rotates for holiday call. Population for Eye Center: 50/60% Adults and 50/40% Pediatrics. As an eye center CRNA, you only work at the Duke Eye Center. 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 work area; report necessary equipment repairs and adjustments to proper personnel. Maintain records of each anesthetic administered and prepare periodic reports related to activities. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Job Eligibility Requirements Education Graduate of an accredited MSN or DNP or DNAP CNRA 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 welcome to apply, no experience required beyond CRNA education and training Incentives A $60,000 COMMITMENT BONUS is currently being offered to New Grad and Experienced CRNAs, distributed in $10,000 increments every six months for 36 months. * $2,500 annual CME allowance for 1.0 FTEs, prorated for those working less A $8,000 relocation budget is available for CRNAs who move 50 miles or more (NC primary residence to Duke facility) Equal Opportunity Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Note : Essential Physical Job Functions may require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr Direct Jobs