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Smilow Cancer Hospital

Program Director School of Nurse Anesthesia

Smilow Cancer Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540

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Overview

Specialty:

CRNA / Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Hospital Site:

Yale New Haven Hospital

Location:

New Haven, CT

Work Schedule:

Day / Evening

Scheduled Hours:

40

Position Type:

FTE

EMR System:

EPIC

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.

Benefits

Competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

Pension plan matched tax‑sheltered annuity plan and Roth contributions—tuition assistance effective day one.

Generous PTO program, loan forgiveness program.

Employee wellness initiatives and support programs.

Professional development and continuing education opportunities.

The function of the program director is to oversee operations of the Yale New Haven Hospital School of Nurse Anesthesia. The program director is also responsible for the management and mentorship for the students enrolled in the program. The program director is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs Standards and Guidelines. This individual must have earned a doctorate degree (DNP, DNAP, DNP‑A, DNSc or PhD) from an institution of higher education accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency. The Program Director functions as a clinical CRNA, a clinical preceptor, and a didactic instructor, at both YNHHSNA and CCSU, our university affiliate.

Responsibilities

CRNA CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS

Full‑time CRNA position: 80% as Program Director and 20% clinical time.

EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Communication of essential information to academic and clinical faculty, department chairs, and deans.

PROGRAM RESPONSIBILITIES

Assumption of overall responsibility for all nurse anesthesia program activities.

STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND ENGAGEMENT

Design of clinical rotation schedules to maximize student experience and growth.

FINANCIAL OVERSIGHT

Preparation of a budget plan for the program supporting academic quality.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Participation in ongoing scholarly endeavors activities including (but not limited to) continuing education, research, publication, and lecturing.

Qualifications Education The candidate must be a graduate of a nurse anesthesia educational program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Programs (COA). A Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP), a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or a PhD in Nursing Education or Allied Health from an accredited institution of higher education is required.

Experience Current employment as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. A minimum of 5 years experience in an administrative or clinical leadership role and didactic activities. Experience as an Assistant Program Director for a nurse anesthesia educational program (preferred).

Licensure Current certification or current recertification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) is required. A current unencumbered license or privilege to practice as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in the state of Connecticut is required by the date of employment. RN and APRN licenses and ACLS certification required.

Special Skills

Specialized knowledge of institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements of nurse anesthesia programs.

Skilled in curriculum development and the instruction and evaluation of nurse anesthesia students.

The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

Skilled in effective communication and conflict resolution.

Contact To learn more, please email or schedule an interview with our In‑House Provider Recruiter:

James Hammell 475‑339‑6050 James.Hammell@ynhh.org

YNHHS Requisition ID 165367

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Seniority Level Director

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Education and Training

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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