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UC San Diego

(CRNA) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - 137865

UC San Diego, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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San Diego, CA 92093, United States

Description UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, a prestigious recognition awarded to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet status reflects strengths in transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation, improvement, 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 collaborate with UCSD’s Anesthesiologists to form an Anesthesia Care Team. They provide anesthesia services at all UCSD medical center campuses to a variety of patients across the lifespan.

Under general supervision, the Nurse Anesthetist delivers experienced anesthetic services and airway management at the UC Medical Center in Hillcrest, La Jolla Campus hospitals, and all other UC San Diego Health locations. The workweek consists of 7 consecutive days, from 12:00 AM Sunday to 11:59 PM Saturday, and requires on‑call availability and off‑shift assignments. Services are performed under the general direction of the medical faculty. The Nurse Anesthetist provides anesthesia services to patients of all ages. Senior Nurse Anesthetists are assigned the more complex cases, as recognized by the American Society of Anesthesiologists.

Depending on the experience of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the CRNA or Senior CRNA level.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program; new graduate CRNAs with an expected graduation date no later than August 2026 may be considered.

Current, non‑probationary California RN and CRNA licenses required, or must be obtained prior to provider credentialing and employment start date.

Valid NBCRNA board certification as a Nurse Anesthetist prior to provider credentialing and employment start date.

BLS/CPR and ACLS certification at time of hire with commitment to obtain ART within six (6) months of hire.

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, and policies, procedures and protocols for patient care management.

Demonstrated ability to write accurate orders regarding inpatient or outpatient plans of treatment.

Ability to properly and compassionately counsel patients and families, especially in delicate or end‑of‑life 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 or in a team framework within a diverse environment.

Experience or recent clinical training with pre‑anesthetic preparation and evaluation, anesthetic induction, maintenance and emergence.

Experience providing anesthesia services and airway management for all ages.

Expertise rendering anesthesia/anesthesia‑related care to facilitate diagnostic, therapeutic or surgical procedures in a trauma setting.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of recent licensed CRNA experience. A minimum of two years of experience as a licensed Nurse Anesthetist is required to be hired at the Senior level.

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.

Working knowledge of operating room standards and techniques, and of all types of treatment and modalities necessary for patient care and well‑being.

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

Most shifts are 6:30 am‑7:00 pm; must also be willing to work swing and night shifts on a rotating basis.

The hiring pay scale for Nurse Anesthetists is $114.16‑$159.82 per hour. The hiring pay scale for Senior Nurse Anesthetists with a minimum of two years of experience is $119.85‑$167.86 per hour.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.

Must obtain and maintain UCSD medical staff privileges; credentialing application fee is paid by the candidate.

Must be able 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.

Benefits Our employees enjoy competitive compensation packages in a diverse, stimulating workforce. These positions are eligible for full benefits on the first day of hire, including but not limited to:

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

15 vacation days, 12 sick days, and 14 paid holidays per year

Work‑life balance initiatives

UC Retirement Plan

Pet insurance

Pay Transparency Annual Full Pay Range: $238,366 - $333,704 (pro-rated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $114.16 - $159.82.

Compliance and Policies 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.

UC San Diego 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.

UC San Diego is a smoke‑and‑tobacco‑free environment. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug‑free environment; employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: Final candidates who accept an offer must disclose 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.

Equal Opportunity Employers For the University of California’s Anti‑Discrimination Policy, please visit:

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Apply To apply, submit your application through the UC San Diego Careers portal before the latest closing date.

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