CRNA | Ambulatory Surgery Center | Palm Desert, CA | Excellent Benefits & Work-Life Balance in Palm Desert, CA ( ID-BB 133826)
Updated 11/06/26
92210, Indian Wells, California, United States
CRNA
Anesthesiology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
DNP
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC)
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Experience Level
3 years
Job description
Job description
We are seeking an experienced and clinically confident Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our team in Palm Desert, California.
The CRNA is responsible for providing comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care, including preoperative assessment, development and implementation of anesthesia plans, administration and maintenance of general anesthesia and sedation, airway management, emergence, and post-anesthesia care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a CRNA who combines strong clinical judgment with a commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, teamwork, and operational excellence in an ambulatory surgical environment.
The ideal candidate will also bring strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to contribute to staff education, process improvement, and consistency across the region.
The CRNA is responsible for providing comprehensive perioperative anesthesia care, including preoperative assessment, development and implementation of anesthesia plans, administration and maintenance of general anesthesia and sedation, airway management, emergence, and post-anesthesia care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a CRNA who combines strong clinical judgment with a commitment to patient safety, compassionate care, teamwork, and operational excellence in an ambulatory surgical environment.
The ideal candidate will also bring strong communication and organizational skills and the ability to contribute to staff education, process improvement, and consistency across the region.
Job Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations, including assessment of physiological and psychological factors relevant to anesthesia management.
Develop individualized anesthesia plans based on patient condition, medical history, and planned surgical procedures.
Prepare and administer anesthetic agents and medications as appropriate.
Initiate, maintain, and manage general anesthesia and/or sedation.
Provide appropriate airway management throughout the perioperative process.
Continuously monitor patients during procedures and maintain appropriate physiological stability and safety.
Recognize and respond promptly and appropriately to changes in patient condition.
Manage emergence from anesthesia and provide appropriate post-anesthesia care.
Accurately document anesthesia care and maintain complete and timely patient records.
Follow all applicable clinical, regulatory, safety, infection-control, and organizational policies.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor consistent with company standards.
Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, surgical staff, vendors, patients, and other members of the healthcare team.
Contribute ideas and recommendations in a constructive, professional manner.
Communicate work progress, issues, and relevant concerns to leadership.
Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and welcoming environment for patients and staff.
Support staff training and education initiatives as appropriate.
Develop and deliver training plans designed to promote consistency across regional operations.
Participate in regulatory, accreditation, quality, and process-improvement initiatives.
Maintain compliance with applicable federal and California regulations and organizational policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications
Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia from an accredited nurse anesthesia program.
Current certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) recognized by the California Board of Registered Nursing.
Experience working in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) setting.
Valid BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Valid ACLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Strong clinical knowledge of anesthesia practice, patient monitoring, airway management, and perioperative care.
Ability to exercise sound independent clinical judgment and make timely decisions in high-pressure situations.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
Commitment to patient-centered care and patient safety.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in an ophthalmology or ophthalmic surgery environment.
Experience supporting multiple surgery center locations.
Experience developing or delivering clinical staff training.
Experience participating in regulatory and accreditation surveys.
Familiarity with AAAHC accreditation standards and processes.
Experience supporting clinical consistency and quality across multiple locations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Empathy and a genuine commitment to providing exceptional patient care.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to develop and implement effective training programs.
Strong attention to detail and a process-oriented approach.
Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to respond professionally and respectfully to patients, physicians, staff, vendors, and business partners.
Ability to make accurate and timely decisions using sound professional judgment, even when information may be limited or ambiguous.
Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities with limited direction.
Ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment without compromising quality or patient safety.
Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable approach to work.
Customer-service-oriented mindset.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and standard office equipment.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements:
This is primarily a clinical position within an ambulatory surgery center and sterile procedural environment.
The role may involve:
Exposure to controlled clinical environments and certain hazardous physical substances associated with healthcare settings.
Regular interaction with physicians, clinical staff, vendors, patients, and visitors.
Sitting, standing, walking, keyboarding, reaching, handling, fingering, seeing, talking, and hearing throughout the workday.
Frequent lifting and carrying of reports, records, equipment, and other materials generally weighing less than 20 pounds.
Occasional stooping, kneeling, bending, or crouching.
Frequent use of computer keyboards, calculators, and other standard office equipment requiring finger dexterity.
Ability to work effectively in a sterile, fast-paced surgical environment.
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Compensation & Benefits:
Featured benefits include:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Professional Expectations:
The successful candidate is expected to maintain the highest standards of professional conduct, clinical quality, patient safety, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance.
This position is focused exclusively on the provision of anesthesia and related clinical services within the CRNA's authorized scope of practice. The CRNA will not engage in activities that constitute the practice of ophthalmology as prohibited by applicable law and will not exercise control over or interfere with the clinician-patient relationship.
Clinicians retain sole responsibility for the professional services they provide to patients.
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