8-hour shifts

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The CRNA position is based in Owatonna, Minnesota, within the Anesthesia department and works a day shift of eight hours, totaling 32 hours per week, with weekend rotation every fourth weekend. The role is non-union and carries a base hourly pay range of $130.00 to $140.00, with the actual starting rate depending on experience, education, and any applicable union agreement; shift and weekend differentials may also apply.

The CRNA administers anesthetic agents and related drugs to render patients insensitive to pain during diagnostic, therapeutic, or surgical procedures. Core work includes pre-anesthesia evaluation, reviewing orders, obtaining informed consent, positioning and securing patients, and starting general, regional, local, or sedation techniques. The provider manages airway and cardiopulmonary status, guides emergence and recovery, and discharges patients with a summary of their history and surgical course.

Beyond the operating environment, the CRNA supports other patient care areas by placing peripheral and arterial catheters, drawing arterial blood samples, and taking part in CPR, airway management, ventilation, and intubation. The role also involves respiratory and ventilator consultation, pain-related consults, and collaboration with the department team. Additional responsibilities include serving as a resource for peers, taking charge when assigned, precepting students and orientees, and helping start improvement initiatives.

Candidates need a bachelor's degree, graduation from an accredited nursing program, and a master's degree from a nurse anesthetist program, along with zero to two years of practice as a CRNA; two to five years of experience is preferred. Required credentials include an Minnesota RN license and CRNA registration, both due upon hire, plus ACLS/BLS Tier 2 certification at hire. PALS is required within 120 days of hire at the Owatonna location.

The position is medium work, involving lifting up to 32 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently, following the organization's safe patient moving policy. Benefits offered include medical and dental coverage, paid time away, retirement savings plans, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, voluntary vision, legal, and critical illness plans, tuition or continuing medical education support, and student loan assistance including help with Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Eligibility for some benefits depends on FTE status and union representation.