Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Department/Unit:

Anesthesiology General

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range:

Salary range: $239,967-$290,486

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist works under the supervision of an Anesthesiologist to provide safe and effective anesthesia to patients in either an OR setting, procedure room or MRI setting. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served across the lifespan. This position may work shifts ranging from 8-hours to 24-hours.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer general and regional anesthesia under the supervision of an anesthesiologist according to delineation of privileges.

• Participate in the pre and postoperative evaluation and management of patients.

• Assist in the care and maintenance of supplies and equipment used in administering anesthesia care.

• Respond to emergencies related to airway management and resuscitation.

• Participation in Albany Medical College’s Center for Nurse Anesthesiology program by participation in didactic and clinical teaching and evaluation of students.

• Assist in the maintenance of hospital procedures, policies, safety regulations, and program objectives.

• Interview patients to obtain informed consent.

• Other duties as required by the Chief Nurse Anesthetist, the Chairman, Dept. of Anesthesiology, or the Director of Operating Room Anesthesia.

• Adheres to the policies and procedures of the Albany Medical Center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of school approved by council on Certification of Nurses Anesthesia Educational programs. - required

• CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - required

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure - required

• Currently certified by the NBCRNA - required

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position in a clinical environment, including, but not limited to, standing, walking, lifting, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Requires sufficient visual, auditory, and manual dexterity abilities to assess patients, provide direct patient care, operate medical equipment, and complete documentation.

We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:
•    Competitive base salary range $239,967-$290,486 depending on years of licensure:

0 Years: $239,967

3 Years: $252,597

6 Years: $265,227

10 Years: $277,857

15 Years: $290,486
•    Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
•    Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
•    Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
•    Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
•    Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
•    Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees.

Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including:
•    Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
•    A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College.

Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.

Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!​

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.

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Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.