Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Job Title: Nurse Anesthetist

Department: Specialty Care Health System Anesthesiology Services

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive. The CRNA functions as an integral member of the patient care team, a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team provides patient care and supportive services directed toward the achievement of quality patient care outcomes, improvement of service levels, reduction in length of hospitalizations, and reduction of cost.

Position Summary

The CRNA is a registered, professional advanced practice nurse who demonstrates excellence in all areas of anesthesia practice including but not limited to anesthesia case management, staff education, and clinical research. The CRNA manages complex, unpredictable anesthesia situations. The CRNA must be competent in the technical, cognitive, and interpersonal skills required to serve patients receiving anesthesia care and services. The CRNA is expected to practice within the established Medical Center, anesthesia, and nursing standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to the Intensive Caring Value Statements. The CRNA works as a member of the patient care team and collaborates with an MDA in the anesthetic care of each and every patient.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a graduate of an accredited school of nurse anesthesia; current Ohio RN licensure and Ohio Certificate of Authority as a CRNA; current certification by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA); current ACLS certification; must be eligible to obtain clinical privileges as designated by the OSUMC Corporate Credentialing Office.
• Must maintain the following: Ohio Certificate of Authority, NBCRNA certification, ACLS certification, and clinical credentials with OSUMC Corporate Credentialing.

Benefits

• Work life: Flexible and remote work arrangement opportunities where applicable, childcare program, and access to educational, athletic and cultural events.
• Retirement: State pension and alternative options with competitive employer contributions, as well as optional supplemental plans.
• Health: Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts and wellness programming.
• Time off: Paid vacation and sick time, parental and medical leave plus 11 paid holidays.
• Short and long term disability options also available.
• Financial: Tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, adoption assistance and discounts with preferred vendors and university partners.
• Wellness: Lifestyle spending account, employee assistance program, health reimbursement account, and employee wellness program.