Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
University of Iowa

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Anesthesia is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to perform preoperative patient evaluation and coordinate the anesthetic plan in collaboration with the anesthesia faculty physician; administer the anesthetic plan with a team approach in all anesthetizing locations; perform postoperative patient evaluation and care. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Perform clinical anesthesia services.
• Provide educational assistance with faculty physicians for the needs of nurse anesthesia students, medical students, residents, and other trainees.
• Attend continuing education conferences and seminars in order to maintain Recertification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
• Models and promotes systems change across campus to promote professional conduct and behavior of the highest integrity, exhibiting utmost respect for all members of the University community; demonstrate a commitment to an inclusive environment and nurtures a culture where every employee feels valued and is able to function at his/her best.
• Communicates expectations and provides support and resources that are in alignment with the vision and strategic planning of the University to foster creativity and innovation in the workplace.
• Create a culture of continuous learning through strategic planning, shared governance, innovative best practices, and the promotion of knowledge development.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

Our primary and specialty care is provided by experts from all medical specialties, attracting patients from around the world. We offer our care in convenient, comfortable settings, using the most advanced approaches and with the best outcomes as our goal.

The Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine is a highly ranked medical school where students learn to become accomplished clinicians and top-flight researchers and educators. Students come to Iowa to study medicine in a program that uses case-based learning as the basis of their education. With its emphasis on problem-solving skills, early exposure to patients, and enhanced community-based experiences, UI medical students typically earn impressive scores on Step 1 of the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination and successfully "match" with top-quality residency programs around the country.

Education & Certification Requirements:
• Nursing education leading to status of R.N., Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
• Special education in Anesthesia which has led to certification as a CRNA. Education must be completed prior to start date - New Grads welcome to apply
• Current Iowa Board of Nursing RN license to practice in Iowa
• Current Iowa Board of Nursing ARNP license to practice in Iowa

Experience Requirement:
• Demonstrated job-related experience with and/or commitment to diversity in the work/academic environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Qualifications:
• Prior experience in the delivery of anesthesia services as a member of an anesthesia care team
• M.S. in Nursing or related field
• Recent verifiable experience as a functional team member in a medical team environment

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume under submission relevant materials that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check and education and credential verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

For questions or additional information, please contact Chief CRNA, Ann Smith at ann-smith@uiowa.edu.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Certified RN Anesthetist/Sup
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 8B

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Ann Smith
• Contact Email: Ann-Smith@uiowa.edu

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