Yale New Haven Health is hiring: Certified Nurse Anesthetist in Shelton

Overview

Certified Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) provide expert anesthesia care in collaboration with anesthesiologists and surgical teams, ensuring patient safety and comfort during medical procedures. They manage anesthesia delivery, monitor vital signs, and address patient needs in a fast-paced hospital environment on a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. CRNAs uphold high ethical standards, continuously engage in professional development, and contribute to quality patient-centered care within regulatory guidelines.

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Provides exceptional patient care in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons and other physicians to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. Cultivates a patient centric environment which focuses on the whole individual inclusive of physical, psychosocial, spiritual and functional needs of the patient, family, and significant others. Serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty specific standards to address and resolve problems that may arise.

A call CRNA is part of a core team of dedicated CRNAs who provide timely anesthetic and emergency care for patients in a 24/7 model. This position is full-time and distinguished from non-call CRNAs who have a regular, patterned schedule. A call CRNA position entails a flexible, non-pattered schedule with in-house call responsibilities including off-shifts, weekends, and holidays. A call CRNA possesses excellent clinical skills, a commitment to patient safety, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. A call CRNA is eligible for the call compensation program in recognition of the position and commitment to the core team.

Schedule Requirements: Availability to work off-shifts, weekends, and holidays as part of the restricted in-house call rotation in partnership with other members of the core call team. Willingness to respond to emergency calls and provide anesthesia services within the hospital setting. Required to give 90 days notice when transitioning or resigning from the call team.

Responsibilities

• Clinical Care
  • The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) implements accurate, safe, patient centric anesthetic care.
• Professional Skill
  • Understands physiologic implications and anesthetic considerations of surgical procedures, constantly monitors vital signs, capnography, and pulse oximetry during anesthesia according to ASA guidelines.
• Information Management
  • The CRNA ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms, whether computer-based, paper, film, voice, or other media from unauthorized access modification, destruction, or intentional or accidental disclosure.
• Quality Management
  • The CRNA is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care.
• Professional Development
  • The CRNA continuously engages in projects that maintain and advance professional competency.

Qualifications

Education: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. Completion of Certified Nurse Anesthetist Training Program. Graduate of a Nurse Anesthesia Educational Program accredited by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs. Current State of Connecticut Nursing License, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the State of Connecticut.

Experience: Prefer clinical working experience as a CRNA within the given specialty/service line recommended, but none required. APRNs, PAs, CRNAs and CNMs are required to be appointed to the Affiliated Medical Staff of a YNHHS Hospital and credentialed through the Medical Staff process. Evidence of current competence to practice as an APRN/PA/CRNA/CNM via appropriate reference letters from physicians and other practitioners must be obtainable during the Medical Staff appointment process to be eligible.

Licensure: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist; AANA Certification; State of CT RN and APRN License; ACLS; DEA Registration; State of CT Controlled Substance Registration.

Special Skills: CRNAs must have sharp concentration and focus, along with the ability to stay calm under stressful conditions. They must communicate clearly and effectively with surgeons, the surgical support team, patients, and families. A calm and reassuring manner helps inspire trust in patients and the surgical team. Anesthetic patient management must be immediate and responsive. Flexibility and adaptability are required.

Physical Demands: CRNAs must have the ability to observe and interpret monitoring alarms and equipment; functional vision and hearing; capacity to lift up to 25 pounds; stand for long periods; and move between anesthesia locations. Strong coordination of gross and fine motor movements, sensory perception, and problem-solving abilities are required. Emotional health and ability to work under stress are essential.

Additional Information

To learn more, please email our In-House Provider Recruiter: James Hammell. Book time to meet with me.

Position Overview

$60K Sign-on Bonus Available!

Why Choose Yale New Haven Health?

• Excellent work environment - Embrace a flexible, non-traditional schedule with in-house call responsibilities, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and be recognized for your commitment with our call compensation program.
• Career Advancement - Unlock your potential and embrace opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within our healthcare system.
• Compensation Package - Enhanced package including a generous sign-on bonus of $60,000.
• Relocation Assistance - Up to $10,000 in relocation assistance to support a smooth transition.
• Benefits - Competitive salary, paid time off, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; pension plan matched tax-sheltered annuity and Roth contributions.
• Employment Perks - Employee wellness programs, professional development, and student loan repayment up to $20,000.

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Keywords

Certified Nurse Anesthetist, CRNA, Anesthesia care, Patient safety, Surgical procedures, Anesthesiology, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Clinical care, Hospital anesthesia, Emergency anesthesia