Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Job Summary

Provides anesthesia care in the operating room in support of surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures under the general supervision of an anesthesiologist. Provides preoperative evaluation and postoperative follow-up. Functions as a patient advocate and confidant, advisor and liaison between patients, families, and physicians.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care during surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Conduct pre‑operative evaluations and post‑operative follow‑up.
• Act as patient advocate, confidant, advisor and liaison between patients, families and physicians.
• Back‑up call only, with overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing (required).

• Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certification: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• License: Registered Nurse, State of Pennsylvania.

Skills

• Care management knowledge
• Clinical policies and standards
• Health information documentation
• Patient assessment and care
• Patient safety
• Patients’ rights

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including paid vacations and holidays.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Competitive CME allowances.
• Health/dental/vision coverage.
• Forgivable recruitment loans.
• Relocation assistance.

Location

Geisinger Lewistown Hospital (GLH), Lewistown, PA.

Employment Status

Regular; exempt.

EEO Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.