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See what being an Advanced Practice Provider can do for UPMC and what UPMC can do for Advanced Practice Providers - it s more than just a job! University of Pittsburgh Physicians Anesthesiology Department at UPMC Altoona is hiring CRNAs for this site in Altoona PA. 8 and 10 hour shifts available. The Team covers 13 operating rooms with various off-site locations: post-anesthesia care unit; pre-anesthesia holding room; critical care units emergency department GI/endo suites obstetrics (OB) (two operating rooms); electrophysiology (EP) bronchoscopy and catheterization labs; interventional radiology and Neurointerventional labs; magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)/computed tomography; and the six room on-campus Surgery Center. The Anesthesia Department also provides echocardiographic support to the expanding structural heart program which includes PFO closures watchmans and TAVRs. Team committed to goals and mission of patient quality and service. Sign-On Bonus eligible!What UPMC Can Do for You: A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and in the future Health and welfare benefits like medical vision dental and life and disability and an exceptional retirement program Work life balance to help manage other importance aspects of your life such as: PTO wellness programs paid parental leave Competitive pay for the work that you do - base pay merit and premium pay Purpose: The CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and under the standards of the Department of Anesthesiology and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. The CRNA administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery monitors the patients physical reaction to sedatives analgesics and anesthetic agents and informs the anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. Responsibilities: Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines. Administers anesthesia and anesthesia-related care in four general categories: (1) pre-anesthetic preparation and evaluation; (2) anesthesia induction maintenance and emergence (3) post-anesthesia care and (4) peri-anesthesia clinical support functions. Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs GRNAs and SRNAs in the clinical area. Performs according to established policies procedures and regulatory standards. Review appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site with operating room staff and surgeon in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. Participates in the Quality Improvement (QI) process through case documentation incident reporting evaluation education and implementation of the QI plan. Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia education program required. Knowledgeable regarding controlled substance policies in accordance with Federal and State laws required. Masters degree preferred. Licensure Certifications and Clearances: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required. Board Certified Recertified or eligible by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of -approved ACLS/PALS certifications as required by institution of employ upon hire. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Registered Nurse (RN) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC s COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more. UPMC has a Center for Engagement and Inclusion that is charged with executing leading-edge and next- generation diversity strategies to advance the organization s diversity management capability and its national presence as a diversity leader. This includes having Employee Resources Groups such as PRIDE Health or UPMC ENABLED (Empowering Abilities and Leveraging Difference) Network that support the implementation of our diversity strategy.