Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Opportunity | No Weekends | Ambulatory Surgery
Job at a glance
Job description
A respected and growing ambulatory surgical organization is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join its independent anesthesia practice in Southwest Virginia.
This opportunity is designed for a CRNA who values clinical autonomy, predictable scheduling, professional independence, and exceptional work-life balance.
The selected provider will practice in a dedicated ophthalmic ambulatory surgery environment supported by experienced surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and administrative professionals.
With a highly competitive compensation structure, guaranteed hours, no weekend responsibilities, and an outstanding benefits package, this role offers an excellent combination of professional fulfillment, stability, and quality of life.
Job Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia assessments.
Review patient medical histories, medications, allergies, laboratory results, and surgical plans.
Develop individualized anesthesia care plans.
Explain anesthesia procedures, risks, and expectations to patients.
Independently administer anesthesia within applicable regulations and standards.
Monitor patients throughout surgical procedures.
Manage airway, medications, fluids, and anesthesia-related clinical needs.
Recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Provide postoperative anesthesia care and recovery support.
Evaluate patients for safe transition through post-anesthesia recovery.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Perform anesthesia equipment and medication safety checks.
Follow infection prevention and patient safety protocols.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, surgical staff, and facility leadership.
Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
Provide a calm and reassuring patient experience.
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia educational program.
Current CRNA certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists.
Active Virginia RN license and advanced practice credentials, or ability to obtain.
Authorization to practice as a CRNA in Virginia.
Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
Strong knowledge of:
Anesthesia pharmacology
Airway management
Patient monitoring
Perioperative safety
Ability to practice independently and make sound clinical decisions.
Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Commitment to patient safety and clinical excellence.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous independent CRNA experience.
Ambulatory surgery center experience.
Ophthalmic anesthesia experience.
Experience in high-efficiency procedural environments.
Strong preoperative assessment skills.
Experience managing outpatient surgical patients.
Ability to collaborate effectively with surgeons and perioperative teams.
Working Hours
Ambulatory ophthalmic surgery setting
Predictable weekday schedule
No weekends
No overnight call responsibilities
Guaranteed hours available
Skills
General Anesthesia
Ambulatory Surgery
Ophthalmic Anesthesia
Airway Management
Preoperative Assessment
Intraoperative Monitoring
Post-Anesthesia Care
Anesthesia Pharmacology
Patient Safety
Perioperative Medicine
Surgical Collaboration
Clinical Decision Making
Independent Practice
Quality Improvement