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Academic CRNA

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals Morgantown, WV

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position. This position is a blend of the clinical and academic roles of the certified registered nurse anesthetist. In the clinical role, the CRNA provides anesthetic care for all types of patients and procedures in cooperation with the supervising or medically directing physician and in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. This position administers anesthesia to patients rendering them insensitive to pain during surgery/procedures. Provide continuous vigilant observation of patients by monitoring the patient’s physical reaction to sedatives, analgesics, and anesthetic agents and informs the surgeon or anesthesiologist of any adverse condition that potentially threatens the safety or care of the patient. In the academic role, the CRNA serves as a Lecturer in the WVU School of Nursing’s DNP Nurse Anesthetist Program. The Lecturer works collaboratively with the Program Director and Assistant Program Director, reports to the Department Chair, and functions as a nurse anesthetist academic and clinical faculty member. In the academic role, the Lecturer is responsible for graduate-level course management, in-class and simulation instruction, student advising and DNP project mentoring, depending on the individual CRNA’s qualifications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE: 1. Master’s degree from an accredited institution. 2. An unencumbered nursing license, or if out of state, be eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the state of West Virginia. 3. Active certification or recertification as a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). EXPERIENCE: 1. Three to five years of clinical practice as a CRNA clinician. 2. Experience with academic education, preferably within a nurse anesthetist program, including curriculum development, evaluation, and instruction. CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Clinical Duties 1. Maintains patient safety at all times. 2. Maintains excellence in airway management and shall be familiar in the usage of all airway adjuncts. i.e., video laryngoscope, fiberoptic scope, ILMA, etc. 3. CRNAs shall work within their scope of delineated clinical privileges. 4. Takes appropriate precautions to minimize risks of infection of patients, and other health care professionals. 5. Maintains the appropriate confidentiality of patient information at all times. 6. Participates in the pre-anesthetic evaluation of the patients and the selection of anesthetic agents and techniques. 7. Performs appropriate techniques of the anesthetic plan such as, but not limited to, insertion of intravenous catheters, insertion of invasive monitoring catheters according to established protocol; endotracheal intubation and extubation; performing arterial punctures for interpretation of arterial blood gases. 8. Monitors the patient’s physical response to the anesthetic and informs the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist of any adverse condition. Manage the anesthesia process to include induction, maintenance, and emergence of general, regional, and monitored anesthesia cases. Recognize abnormal patient responses to anesthesia or to any adjunctive medication or form of therapy. Initiate corrective measures. Determine the need for additional laboratory tests and provide resuscitative care as necessary. Evaluate and manage the patient in the immediate post-operative period. 9. Administers IV fluids relative to the patient’s medical history and surgical procedure. Administer blood products after obtaining a hematocrit and then consultation with the surgeon and/or anesthesiologist. 10. Documents the patient status in the anesthesia record appropriately. 11. Performs all required safety and performance checks on anesthesia-related equipment and verify the appropriate supplies before initiating care. Procure and assemble equipment and supplies as indicated if anesthesia tech is not available. 12. Reviews appropriate documentation for informed consent and identify appropriate surgical site during SBAR with circulating RN and holding room RN. Participates in surgical pause in the OR with entire surgical team in accordance with departmental and regulatory compliance standards. 13. Communicates appropriately with all individuals involved in the peri-operative and post-operative care of the patient. 14. In a life-threatening emergency, functions responsibly by providing anesthesia care in the absence of an anesthesiologist. 15. Assists with the teaching and evaluation of newly-hired CRNAs, GRNAs, SRNAs in the clinical area. 16. Assumes responsibility and is accountable for controlled substances according to department and hospital policy and State and federal guidelines. 17. Maintains a level of professionalism at all times. Academic Duties 18. Serves on appointed committees of the program and assists with admissions of nurse anesthetist cohorts. 19. Designs and provides expert instruction to nurse anesthetist program students in didactic, simulation, and clinic settings through innovative approaches. 20. DNP committee participation, including advising as a Faculty of Record for up to 8 DNP projects. 21.Completes appropriate programmatic documentation according to COA and West Virginia University School of Nursing policies including program philosophy, objectives, master schedule, organizational charts, administrative policies and procedures, budget information, committee meeting minutes, hospital statistics and data, current course outlines, objectives, examinations and testing materials, and self-study reports. 22. Serves as a role model for clinical excellence. 23. Responsive and accessible to student inquiries. 24. Promotes a climate of collegiality and teamwork throughout the school. 25. Exemplifies and promotes ethical and professional standards for individual and organizational behavior and decision-making. 26. Maintains current education and clinical skills to pursue excellence in job performance, to cope with a dynamic academic and clinical environment, and to ensure success of the program. 27. Maintains CRNA certification and active practice as a CRNA. 28. Networks with internal and external constituencies to promote the interests of the DNP Nurse Anesthetist program within the School and to establish significant professional relationships with peers. 29. Represents the DNP and Nurse Anesthetist programs to external audiences, and represents the interests of the School of Nursing. 30. Establishes, strengthens, and maintains program relations between and among the School of Nursing; the broader community of West Virginia University; West Virginia University Health System; the state; and government agencies and officials. 31. Other duties as assigned. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). 2. Must deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations; ability to maintain composure. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. May be in close contact with individuals who have infectious diseases and with toxic, harmful, or potentially hazardous compounds, solutions, and medications. 2. Must observe rigid, standardized guidelines to guard against disease and other dangers, such as those posed by radiation, accidental needle sticks, chemicals used to sterilize instruments, and anesthetics. In addition, may be vulnerable to back injury when moving patients. SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Demonstrated evidence of strong interpersonal and communications skills. 2. Requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. 3. Being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. 4. Ability to work congenially with individual differences in ability, personality, and interests. 5. May be required to be on call or work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional Job Description: Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Exempt) Company: UHA University Health Associates Cost Center: 8000 UHA Anesthesiology Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Hospice

Per Diem

1 month ago

Nurse Practitioner, Flex/Per Diem/PRN

Gentiva Altoona, PA

Overview The Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced, patient-centered care across both Hospice and Palliative Care , supporting patients and families throughout serious illness. Responsibilities include patient management visits, hospice Face-to-Face (F2F) encounters for certification and recertification, symptom management, and complex medical decision-making. The Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with physicians and interdisciplinary teams while practicing with autonomy to deliver high-quality, compliant, and compassionate care based on patient and program needs. Essential Functions Essential Functions of Position Clinical Management Complete all visit types for patients on services, including Medicare-required hospice Face-to-Face (F2F) visits within CMS established regulatory timeframes, History & Physical/Initial Comprehensive visits, Problem-focused Symptom Management visits, Admission visits, Goals of Care discussions, and routine follow up visits. Collaborate with Hospice and Palliative Medical Directors and interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. Collaborate with Primary Care Provider (PCP)/Attending Provider and specialists (if applicable) to coordinate patient Plan of Care Perform in-depth patient assessments, including physical, emotional, functional, and psychosocial evaluations. Support individualized care plans in partnership with the patients, families, caregivers, and IDG/IDT. Assist with and/or manage all aspects of patient care including diagnosis, acute and chronic symptoms, treatment, medication management, assessments, longitudinal serious illness support, quality-of-life optimization, and consultations, while reducing avoidable or unnecessary acute care utilization. Prescribe medications and treatments, including controlled substances, as permitted by state law and federal regulation and within defined parameters of Independent Practice or a Collaborative Practice Agreement. Order and interpret laboratory and other diagnostic tests within the state defined scope of practice and Collaborative Practice Agreement. Facilitate goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and level of care transitions when appropriate. Coordinate care across settings, including home, skilled nursing facilities, and assisted living. Initiate referrals to supportive services and community resources as needed. Utilize Local Coverage Determination (LCD) criteria to support hospice eligibility and recertification. Document clinical findings accurately and attest F2F encounters in the medical record in compliance with regulatory standards. Communicate findings, treatment plans, diagnostics, and medication reviews with IDG/IDT. Provide clinical recommendations to the interdisciplinary group (IDG) based on assessment findings. Ensure alignment with Medicare, Medicaid, and accrediting body requirements (e.g., ACHC). Notify appropriate team members promptly of any barriers to completing scheduled visits. Provide patient care and visit coverage across multiple provider numbers, as needed and approved. Maintain comprehensive0 knowledge in the field of hospice and palliative care. Collaboration & Communication Partner effectively with physicians, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other IDG/IDT members. Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, caregivers, and families. Support patients and families through serious illness and end-of-life transitions with empathy and clinical expertise. Participate in on-call rotation as needed. Documentation & Compliance Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation. Adhere to all federal, state, and organizational regulations, including OSHA and hospice Conditions of Participation. Demonstrate understanding of hospice eligibility, documentation standards, and Part B billing practices (as applicable). About You To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education/Experience: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or higher from an accredited program. Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Minimum of two years of Nurse Practitioner experience preferred. Experience in hospice, palliative care, oncology, geriatrics, family/adult medicine, home health, or acute care preferred. Experience with Part B billing preferred. Licenses, Certifications and/or Registration: Current RN license and Nurse Practitioner license/certification in state of practice. National NP certification (ANCC or AANP). Collaborative Practice Agreement with supervising internal physician or Proof of Independent Practice Authority in accordance with state regulations. Controlled Substance Agreement, if applicable. DEA registration and prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations. Current CPR certification. ACHPN certification preferred. Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance. Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills across palliative and hospice populations. In-depth understanding of palliative care principles, hospice philosophy, home health eligibility, and end-of-life care. Working knowledge of LCD criteria, Medicare/Medicaid regulations, coding/billing, and documentation requirements. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Knowledgeable of Hospice & Palliative Quality Measures collection, documentation, reporting, and the QAPI process. Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. Compassionate, emotionally intelligent, and sensitive to the needs of patients and families. Proficient in point-of-care technology and electronic medical records. Willingness and ability to maintain productivity and documentation standards in alignment with organizational expectations. Personal Traits, Qualities and Aptitudes: Sensitivity to the impact of life and death issues faced by individuals with terminal illness; tact in dealing with these patients and their families. Ability to support others at a time of crisis. Must demonstrate flexibility by performing various tasks, often changing from one to another of a different nature without loss of efficiency or composure. Communicate effectively with people of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Demonstrate maturity, cooperation, flexibility, and tact when dealing with co-workers and all members of the hospice team. Is compliant with OSHA, State Board of Nursing and Federal Regulations related to Hospice Conditions of Participation. We Offer Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) Join our hospice team Play a vital role in delivering compassionate, compliant care that honors patients’ dignity and supports families during challenging times. Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace ReqID: 2026-143017 Category: Nurse Practitioners Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice