Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: CRNA - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

• Job Type: Permanent - Full-Time (0.8 FTE and above)

• Location: Munster, IN

• Service Setting: Hospital (28 ORs including GI suites, Cath Labs, IR)

• Schedule: 40 hours/week; 1 weekend/month

• On-Call Expectations: 1 weekend/month

• Start Date: Negotiable upon credentialing

PATIENT POPULATION & SCOPE

• Patient Demographics: Adult

• Average Daily Volume / Census: 2-10 procedures per day

• Admissions & Rounding: Not applicable

• Consults & Follow-Ups: As needed

• Case Mix/Clinical Focus Areas: OR, GI, Cath Lab, IR anesthesia

FACILITY & TEAM DETAILS

• Beds in Department/Unit: 400-bed regional hospital

• Trauma Designation: Not specified

• EMR System: Not specified

• Specialty Backup: Full surgical and procedural support

• Support Staff: Long-standing hospital-employed anesthesia group

• Leadership & Reporting Structure: Over 25 years in system with excellent interdepartmental collaboration

• Reason for Opening: Increased clinical volume

CREDENTIALING & COMPLIANCE

• Board Requirements: Certified and licensed CRNA

• DEA & Certifications: Required

• Credentialing Timeline: Standard hospital process

• Visa Sponsorship: Not specified

COMPENSATION & PERMANENT BENEFITS

• Base Salary: $135/hour

• Incentive Bonus Structure: Not specified

• Relocation Assistance: Not specified

• Sign-On Bonus: $90,000

• Student Loan Repayment: PSLF-eligible

• CME Allowance: $2,000

• PTO & Holidays:

• Vacation: 8 weeks

• CME, Sick Leave, Holidays: Not specified

• Health & Retirement Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life/AD&D Insurance

• ST/LT Disability available

• 403(b) with employer match

• License/Dues/Subscriptions: Yes

• Malpractice Insurance: Not specified

• Partnership/Buy-in: No

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Certification: Licensed CRNA

• State License Required: Indiana (or eligibility)

• DEA & Certifications: Required

• Experience: Open to experienced or early-career CRNAs

• Additional Requirements: Competency in hospital anesthesia settings



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver anesthesia care in ORs, GI, Cath Lab, and IR

• Participate in weekend call rotation (1 weekend/month)

• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation

• Collaborate with surgeons and fellow anesthesia providers

• Promote safety and quality in anesthesia delivery



COMMUNITY & LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

• About the Area: Munster, IN is a suburban, family-friendly area with top-rated schools and affordable living

• Local Attractions: Access to Lake Michigan, outdoor parks, trails, cultural venues, and diverse dining

• School System: Strong public and private school options

• Housing: Affordable suburban neighborhoods

• Demographic & Professional Profile: Family-oriented, commuter-friendly, professionals, retirees

• Nearby Cities: 30 minutes from downtown Chicago

• Nearest Airport: Chicago Midway or O'Hare

• Distance from Airport: 30-45 minutes by car