CRNA, UPMC East (Monroeville, PA) Full-Time

Exciting CRNA Opportunity at UPMC East!

Elevate Your Career with UPMC East: Join Our Dynamic CRNA Team and Make a Difference in Patient Care!

Location: University of Pittsburgh Physicians, Anesthesiology Department, UPMC East

Position: Full-Time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Non-Exempt Hourly Rates

Why UPMC East?

• State-of-the-Art Surgical Suite: As the region’s newest hospital, UPMC East features a cutting-edge surgical suite with the latest advanced surgical technology, infection control measures, and a focus on patient comfort and safety. Many surgeries use minimally invasive techniques, promoting faster recovery and less scarring.
• Diverse and Specialized Procedures: UPMC East offers a wide range of both basic and complex surgical procedures across nearly a dozen specializations, including Endocrine, ENT, General Surgery, Orthopedics, Plastics, Podiatry, Spine, Thoracic, Urology, and Vascular. This provides CRNAs with diverse clinical experiences in a state-of-the-art setting.
• Career Growth and Flexibility: With over 4,000 APP professionals and 616+ CRNAs, you’ll find abundant opportunities for advancement. Enjoy flexible schedules and a comprehensive career ladder designed to support your professional journey and recognize your contributions.

Empowered to Grow: The CRNA Advantage at UPMC

• CRNA Career Ladder: Our Ladder helps you see the rewards quickly. 87% of our CRNAs have advanced in our unique Ladder. You are empowered to select your areas of interest while earning financial rewards for your career pathway.
• Enhanced Sign-On Package: Competitive salary with newly increased ranges and substantial sign-on bonuses.
• Generous Relocation Assistance: Seamless transition with our relocation support.
• Flexible Scheduling: Enjoy a balanced work-life with options for flexible shifts and PTO advancement.
• Expansive Tier Program: Accelerate your salary growth at credentialed sites and benefit from performance-based annual pay increases.
• Site Movement Incentives: Recognition and rewards for your flexibility and dedication.

All for you!

Teamwork and Collaboration: Our collaborative environment at UPMC, fosters teamwork and collaboration spotlighting the cornerstones of our approach to delivering exceptional patient care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you’ll be an integral part of a multidisciplinary team that includes leading surgeons, anesthesiologists, and healthcare professionals who are all committed to the highest standards of care. Our team fosters mutual respect, where your expertise is not only valued but essential to the success of every procedure.

Continuous Learning: We recognize that continuous learning is essential to advancing your career and delivery of the highest quality of care. As a CRNA at UPMC, you will have access to a wealth of educational resources and opportunities designed to keep you at the forefront of the anesthesia field.

Total Rewards : Our CRNAs enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both professional and personal well-being. With generous paid time off and paid parental leave, UPMC prioritizes a healthy work-life balance, so you can thrive both at work and at home.

Living in Pittsburgh: Living in Pittsburgh offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant city life combined with the charm of its suburbs. From cultural attractions and outdoor activities to top-rated schools and universities, Pittsburgh has something for everyone.

At UPMC, each day offers an exciting opportunity to be a CRNA. Join us and become part of a team that’s not only transforming lives but also defining the future of healthcare. Are you ready to advance your career with UPMC?

Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all patients in cooperation with the supervising physician, following Department of Anesthesiology standards and hospital policies. They administer anesthesia, monitor patients' reactions to sedatives and anesthetic agents, and inform the anesthesiologist of any adverse conditions that may threaten patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Administer anesthesia and related care, including pre-anesthetic preparation, induction, maintenance, emergence, post-anesthesia care, and peri-anesthesia support.
• Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines
• Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly hired CRNAs, GRNAs, and SRNAs.
• Performs according to established policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards
• Participate in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through documentation, incident reporting, evaluation, education, and implementation.

Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required. Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required. Master's degree preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Board Certified, Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.AHA-approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Registered Nurse (RN)

*Current licensure either in the state where the facility is located or, if the facility is in a state covered by the multistate Nursing Licensure Compact (NLC) agreement, a multistate license issued by a participating NLC state. Hires and current employees working on an out-of-state NLC license who later change their residency to the state where the facility is also located will have 60 days upon changing their residency to apply for licensure within that state.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran