Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Company Description WOODLAND ANESTHESIA ASSOCIATES is a specialized medical practice based in Hartford, Connecticut, serving hospitals and surgical centers across the region. The group focuses on delivering safe, high-quality anesthesia services in collaboration with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Team members work in a clinically focused environment that emphasizes patient safety, evidence-based practice, and professional integrity. The organization values teamwork, clear communication, and continuous learning to support excellent perioperative care. Candidates can expect a professional setting with opportunities to contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes.
Role Description This full-time, on-site Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) role is based in Waterbury, CT. The CRNA will provide anesthesia care for a range of surgical and procedural cases, including pre-anesthesia assessment, selection and administration of anesthetic agents, intraoperative monitoring, and post-anesthesia evaluation. Daily responsibilities include reviewing patient histories, collaborating with anesthesiologists and surgeons on anesthetic plans, managing airway and hemodynamic status, and documenting all aspects of anesthesia care in accordance with regulatory and institutional standards. The CRNA will participate in quality and safety initiatives, follow established protocols, and contribute to interprofessional communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires reliable on-site presence, flexibility for scheduled cases, and adherence to professional and ethical standards.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong anesthesiology and general anesthesia skills, including planning, administering, and monitoring anesthesia for diverse patient populations.
• Candidates should possess advanced nursing skills, with current RN licensure and CRNA certification, focusing on perioperative and critical care nursing practices.
• Candidates should possess foundational medicine and surgery knowledge to collaborate effectively with surgical teams and manage patient status throughout procedures.
• Candidates should possess excellent clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively in urgent or emergent situations.
• Master’s or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia from an accredited program, active national CRNA certification, and eligibility for Connecticut APRN/CRNA licensure are required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, commitment to patient-centered care, and willingness to participate in continuing education and quality improvement activities are beneficial.
• Prior experience in hospital or surgical center anesthesia practice and familiarity with relevant regulatory and safety standards (e.g., ASA guidelines) are preferred.