About this opportunity
Atlas Search lists this Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) opportunity in hackensack, New Jersey. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Annual Salary: $240k-$265k (varies depending on years of experience)
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate CRNA to join a high-performing anesthesia team within a respected healthcare facility. This role involves delivering safe and effective anesthesia care across a wide range of surgical and procedural settings, while working in close coordination with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff.
Primary Responsibilities:
Administer various types of anesthesia including general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care using techniques such as IV sedation, inhalation agents, spinal/epidural blocks, and peripheral nerve blocks.
Conduct thorough preoperative evaluations, including review of patient history, labs, and imaging to assess anesthesia risks.
Monitor patients throughout procedures, adjusting anesthetic levels and managing vital signs, ventilation, and fluid status.
Provide airway management and emergency support, including intubation and use of advanced airway devices.
Ensure smooth postoperative recovery by managing pain, nausea, and other anesthesia-related effects.
Collaborate with surgical and nursing teams to optimize patient outcomes and procedural efficiency.
Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of anesthesia plans, intraoperative events, and recovery notes.
Participate in ongoing quality assurance efforts, including case reviews and protocol refinement.
Educate patients and families on anesthesia procedures, risks, and recovery expectations.
Stay current with advancements in anesthesia practices, pharmacology, and equipment.
Support training and mentorship of new CRNAs or students, when applicable.
Comply with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
Requirements:
Graduate degree in Nurse Anesthesia (Master s or DNP)
Certified by the NBCRNA (National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists)
Active RN license in the applicable state
Prior experience in critical care nursing (ICU, ED, etc.) before anesthesia training
Strong clinical judgment and proficiency in anesthesia techniques and pharmacology
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Ability to adapt in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
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