Nurse Anesthetist CRNA - Anesthesiology

Washington University in St Louis • St Louis, WA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Washington University School of Medicine is expanding its anesthesia team and seeks motivated, collaborative, growth-oriented Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to serve diverse patient populations across the St. Louis region. CRNAs primarily work in operating rooms and also participate in gastrointestinal and other non-operating-room anesthesia cases. Depending on interest and practice needs, opportunities may include cardiac, obstetric, and pediatric anesthesia. Patient populations include adults, obstetric patients, and children.

CRNAs work within an Anesthesia Care Team alongside attending anesthesiologists, resident anesthesiologists, and fellow CRNAs. The position offers a typical 40-hour workweek with Monday-through-Friday schedules; some positions include weekday and/or weekend call, depending on division and location. Services are provided at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, Progress West Hospital, St. Louis Children's Hospital, and five outpatient surgery centers across St. Louis County.

The CRNA reviews assigned cases and patient information, participates in anesthetic planning with an anesthesiologist, prepares supplies and equipment, administers anesthesia, monitors patients, documents care, and assists with recovery and emergency care. The role is suited to experienced CRNAs and new graduates who are motivated to learn and develop in a supportive academic and mentorship-focused environment.

The work is performed in patient-care settings and a normal office environment, with exposure to blood-borne pathogens. The position may involve alternative schedules and on-call duty, and requires protective devices. Work typically involves standing or walking and bending, crouching, or stooping, with occasional lifting of 25 pounds or less. Office and clinical/diagnostic equipment are used.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.).
• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist credential and Registered Nurse licensure, as applicable to the role and jurisdiction.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• No specific work experience is required; experienced CRNAs and new graduates are welcome.
• Motivation, adaptability, strong communication, teamwork, commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence, comfort with new challenges, and a positive, coachable, proactive approach.

Nice To Haves

• Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) in Nurse Anesthesia.
• Willingness to learn, collaborate, and develop within a mentorship-focused culture, particularly for new graduates.
• Interest in specialty areas such as cardiac, obstetric, or pediatric anesthesia, depending on practice needs.

Responsibilities

• Review daily assigned case schedules and study laboratory values and physical findings during pre-anesthetic examinations.
• Consult with an anesthesiologist to determine the anesthetic technique and appropriate patient monitoring.
• Confirm that blood of the proper type is available when indicated and that the operative permit is signed.
• Explain procedures, including risks and benefits, to patients.
• Assemble operating-room supplies and equipment.
• Select solutions for fluid replacement.
• Administer anesthetic agents to maintain patients in a surgical anesthetic state.
• Place indicated noninvasive and invasive monitors and monitor blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, color, fluid loss, and other significant physical changes.
• Keep the surgeon and anesthesiologist informed of the patient's condition.
• Record the patient's condition before, during, and after anesthesia and document the anesthetic used.
• Assist with moving patients to the recovery room, observe their condition, and notify physicians when unfavorable situations develop.
• Assist in respiratory or cardiac emergencies using airway-management techniques and Advanced Cardiac Life Support guidelines.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays or coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Eligible employees may participate in a defined contribution 403(b) retirement savings plan, with university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness resources, including wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, an employee assistance program, financial resources, and access to dietitians.
• Four weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child and access to family-care resources.
• Tuition coverage for employees and family members, including dependent undergraduate tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level