(CRNA) Sr. Nurse Anesthetist - Per Diem - 139416

Payroll Title: ANESTHETIST NURSE SR PD Department: ANESTHESIOLOGY Hiring Pay Scale: $172.23 / Hour Worksite: Various Appointment Type: Per Diem Appointment Percent: 20% Union: NX Contract Total Openings: 1 Work Schedule: Days, 12-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday, Weekend Coverage as Needed #139416 (CRNA) Sr. Nurse Anesthetist - Per Diem Filing Deadline: Fri 5/1/2026

DESCRIPTION

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the “gold standard” for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas, which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011. The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) at the University of California, San Diego are integral to nearly every aspect of the perioperative care at UCSD. The CRNAs at UCSD work collaboratively with UCSD's Anesthesiologists to form an Anesthesia Care Team. We provide anesthesia services at all the UCSD medical center campuses to a variety of patients across the life span. Under general supervision, the Nurse Anesthetist provides experienced anesthetic services and airway management for the UC Medical Center in Hillcrest, the La Jolla Campus hospitals and all other UC San Diego Health locations. The workweek consists of 7 consecutive days, from 12:00 A.M. Sunday to 11:59 P.M. the following Saturday. This position requires on-call availability and off-shift assignments. The services are performed under the general direction of the medical faculty. The Nurse Anesthetist provides anesthesia services to patients of all ages. The Senior Nurse Anesthetists are required to work on the more difficult cases; as recognized by the American Society of Anesthesiologists.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program. Current, non-probationary California RN and CRNA licenses required. Must possess a valid NBCRNA board certification as a Nurse Anesthetist. BLS/CPR and ACLS certifications at time of hire with commitment to get ART within six (6) months of hire date. Must possess a minimum two (2) years of working CRNA experience. Theoretical background in anatomy, physiology, neurosciences general medicine, pulmonary, emergency or critical care medicine, management of common diseases, concepts of medicine and surgery, pharmacology, or counseling techniques and interpersonal dynamics. Ability to perform initial history and physical examination, identify major medical problems, and formulate appropriate plans of action. Ability to maintain detailed medical information in an organized and easily retrievable manner using online medical systems such as Epic. Excellent writing skills to prepare clear and concise medical reports, laboratory data and progress notes as well as policies, procedures and protocols for patient care management. Demonstrated ability to write accurate orders regarding execution of inpatient or outpatient plans of treatment. Ability to properly and compassionately counsel patients and families, particularly in delicate or death and dying situations. Excellent communication skills that facilitate professional, effective, and courteous interaction with a diverse population. Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow strict HIPAA guidelines. Exceptional interpersonal skills including tact, diplomacy and flexibility. Ability to work independently and/or in a team framework, and in an environment that interacts with a diverse population of patients, families, physicians, and colleagues. Experience or recent clinical training with pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation, anesthetic induction maintenance and emergence. Experienced providing anesthesia services and airway management according to level of expertise and providing anesthesia patient care to all ages. Expertise rendering anesthesia/anesthesia related care to facilitate diagnostic, therapeutic or surgical procedures in a trauma setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Recent experience with complex anesthetic cases. Experience and proficiency with OB anesthesia care and services. Experience and/or interest in working in an Academic Medical Center. Experience in a high acuity, tertiary care center. Familiarity with patient-centered perioperative management, such as ERAS. Ability to place central and arterial lines independently as needed for appropriate anesthetic management.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical. Must be able to obtain UCSD medical staff privileges and maintain during employment. Due to advanced practice credentialing eligibility, clinical CRNA experience must be within the last two years. Credentialing application fee paid for by the candidate. Must be willing to work at all UC San Diego Health locations. Must be able to work various hours, days of the week, shifts, on-call and locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs. Most shifts are 6:30am-7:00pm Monday - Friday; must also be willing to work swing and night shifts on a rotating basis.

PER DIEM SCHEDULE GUIDELINES

Per Diem CRNAs will be scheduled to work a minimum of three (3) standard, 12hr work shifts each month. Per Diem CRNAs will provide availability for a minimum of four (4) 12hr call shifts on a minimum of two (2) separate dates each quarter. Per Diem CRNAs will participate in the holiday shift plan each year, working a maximum of two (2) shifts in holidays/holiday weekends each year. Pay Transparency Act Annual Full Pay Range: $359,616 - $359,616 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%) Hourly Equivalent: $172.23 - $172.23 Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Misconduct means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti-Discrimination Policy, Abusive Conduct in the Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of California San Diego