CRNA - Ambulatory Surgery Center, UPMC Shadyside

Crna Opportunity At University Of Pittsburgh PhysiciansUniversity of Pittsburgh Physicians, Anesthesiology Department, Ambulatory Surgery Center at UPMC Shadyside is hiring a full-time CRNA for our site. We have a fast-paced surgery center setting. Looking for team players who are flexible, dependable and enjoy working in a fast-paced outpatient surgery center setting. Sign-On Bonus Eligible!As a UPP CRNA at UPMC, you will be a life-changer. We want to be your forever career-changer! New incentives rewarded to our valued UPP CRNA Professionals at UPMC! Come join our Team of APP Professionals where you can take advantage of career opportunities spotlighting Engagement, Leadership, Academic Growth, and Professional Growth. Your work is rewarded and recognized!Just for you …-New rate increases! Your salary will be market-competitive with increased salary ranges!-Unique and Innovative CRNA Career Ladder! You can practice at the top of the ladder, not just any ladder, a CRNA Career Ladder just for you and your career advancement supporting additional salary increases while you work your way up!-Flexible and Rewarding Site Movement Incentives! We have many sites for you to provide the best in patient care, in the right place, at the right time. Now, we offer a new and unique premium pay option for CRNAs covering multi-sites to recognize and reward your flexibility to support our anesthesiology services.-Pay for Performance! Increases based on overall performance rating, annually, to leverage your professional contributions as a CRNA.-Increased Sign-On Incentives for 1-2-3-4 yr commitments; PTO Advance for CRNAs who qualify for 40-80-120 hours to support your work/life balance.Check this out ~ CRNA to CRNA Referral Program offers our best recruiters, our CRNAs monetary reward to refer/hire top talent CRNAs to UPMC!Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery, monitors the patient's physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. Responsibilities:Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation of the QI plan.Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines.Administers anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation; (2) anesthesia induction, maintenance, and emergence, (3) post-anesthesia care, and (4) peri-anesthesia clinical support functions.Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs in the clinical area.Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required. Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required. Master's degree preferred. This position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire. Act 33, 34, and 73 clearances required.Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)Registered Nurse (RN)Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC's COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranAt UPMC, we strive to ensure that diversity, inclusion, dignity, respect, and cultural awareness is at the core of everything we do. By fostering an environment where every member of our team has a voice, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, faith, age, or culture, we aim to emphasize a simple point: who you are is important, and who you are has a place at UPMC