The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers the full spectrum of anesthesia including inhalation, intravenous, and regional anesthetics. The CRNA performs and documents a preanesthetic assessment and evaluation of the patient, including requesting consultations and diagnostic studies; selecting, obtaining, ordering, or administering preanesthetic medications and fluids; and obtaining informed consent for anesthesia.
In addition, the CRNA will select and implement the appropriate anesthesia plan and document accordingly. The CRNA may function independently or in a medically directed team model with an anesthesiologist.
Olmsted Medical Center is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package.
CRNAs electing the Owatonna Ambulatory Surgery Center may be eligible for a $45,000 Starting Bonus.
CRNAs electing Rochester may be eligible for a $30,000 Starting Bonus.
CRNA positions are available at Rochester, MN and Owatonna, MN locations.
ResponsibilitiesAdministers anesthetics for surgical, obstetrical, medical, and dental procedures
Maintains the patient in the desired anesthetic state by adjusting anesthetic as necessary
Records the patient’s vital signs and watches for significant changes
Administers CPR and airway maintenance in areas other than the OR
Maintains a safe physical environment for patients and employees
Other duties as assigned.
Graduate from an approved school of professional nursing
Graduate from an approved school of nurse anesthesia
Certified by National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
Current Minnesota State Nursing License
Current Minnesota State Advanced Practice Nursing License
BLS, ACLS, PALS required; NRP preferred (PRN CRNAs exempt from NRP)