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Delta Health
CRNA
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A Nurse Anesthetist specializes in administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures, and provides anesthesia-related care. Performs work that requires higher qualifications than an anesthesia technician. Works in a hospital, directly under a physician, surgeon or anesthesiologist.
$182,170 / year median in Colorado
+15% projected growth
Job Description
About the Role Delta Health is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our dedicated Anesthesia team. The CRNA will be responsible for administering safe, effective, and cost-conscious anesthesia care to patients undergoing elective and emergency procedures. This role includes comprehensive anesthesia services-from pre-anesthesia evaluations to intraoperative management, recovery monitoring, and pain management-across a variety of clinical settings. At Delta Health, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) provide all anesthesia services for our patients. CRNAs are independent, board-certified, Master's and/or Doctoral trained anesthesia providers. CRNAs have been the exclusive anesthesia providers in Delta County for nearly 40 years. At Delta Health, CRNA's are available and on-call 24-hours a day, 365 days a year. Key Responsibilities Perform and document thorough pre-anesthetic assessments and evaluations. Develop individualized anesthesia care plans for each patient. Administer general, regional, neuraxial, local anesthesia, and sedation techniques. Monitor patients using appropriate non-invasive and invasive modalities. Manage airways and pulmonary status during anesthesia. Administer anesthetic, adjuvant, and accessory drugs and fluids safely. Facilitate emergence from anesthesia and ensure safe recovery. Provide acute and chronic pain management services. Respond effectively to emergencies, including cardiac and respiratory events. Maintain, inspect, and ensure proper function of anesthesia equipment. Restock and order basic anesthesia supplies as needed. Serve as a clinical resource for pre- and post-anesthesia nursing teams. Attend and actively participate in departmental meetings, in-services, and continuing education. Accept additional responsibilities appropriate to clinical expertise and scope of practice.