Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

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• ELLSWORTH, KS, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: Bachelors, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Shift: Day Shift, 🌟 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Lead Pain & Anesthesia Services | Ellsworth County Medical Center | Central Kansas Compensation Range: $200,000 ⬆️ based on experience and relevant skills to drive the initiative 💰Sign on and Relocation Bonus: starting at $20,000 Ellsworth County Medical Center is seeking a talented, driven CRNA to take the lead in providing outpatient pain services—with the opportunity to grow into full surgical anesthesia services as our exciting facility expansion progresses. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to build something meaningful while enjoying unmatched work-life balance—NO call, NO nights, NO weekends—in a welcoming, active community. 🚀 Why This Opportunity Stands Out: Leadership from Day One – Serve as the lead CRNA for outpatient pain management with future oversight of surgical anesthesia services as we expand Lifestyle-First – A rare 4-day workweek with zero call and zero ER coverage so you can truly enjoy your time off Competitive Compensation – Base salary plus generous sign-on and retention bonuses Family-Friendly Community – Top-rated schools, safe neighborhoods, and outdoor adventure just minutes away Flexible Living Options – Reside in Ellsworth or commute from nearby communities; spouse employment opportunities abound Strategic Location – Near major metros like Wichita, Salina, Hays, and Kansas City—with easy access to regional & international airports 🏥 Practice Overview: Schedule: 4-day workweek (32 clinical hours + 8 admin hours) Current setup: clinic in the mornings, procedures in the afternoons No nights, weekends, or dreaded on-call shifts—ever Anticipated transition to alternating pain/surgery days once expansion is complete Patient Volume: Approx. 25 patients/day, including numerous quick injection procedures Strong referral base from 11 providers Total of 1,300 clinic visits/month Team & Support: Dedicated clinical support staff Potential to onboard an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Cerner EMR 🩺 Leadership Track: Immediate team lead for pain management and anesthesia Future Medical Director or equivalent leadership potential as surgical services launch Autonomy to shape workflows and protocols for long-term success 🌄 The Ellsworth Advantage: Ellsworth County is your gateway to a slower pace of life without giving up access to modern convenience. Explore lakes, trails, and outdoor life one day—then catch a flight from Wichita, Salina, or Kansas City the next. We’re the sweet spot between small-town charm and big-city reach—and we believe your time off should be truly yours. 🎯 Ready to Build Something Meaningful? This is a rare opportunity to step into leadership, stability, and flexibility—all while shaping the future of rural healthcare in a supportive, community-driven setting, and never being tethered to a pager. 📩 Let’s connect and talk about your future at ECMC.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent (e.g., RN-to-BSN). Registered Nurse (RN) Licensure – must be active and unencumbered. Graduate Degree from an accredited nurse anesthesia program: Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) 🏥 Licensure & Certification National Certification Examination (NCE) Licensed APRN in the State of Kansas 🔁 Ongoing Requirements Continuing Education: Participate in the Continued Professional Certification (CPC) Program by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).

Renew certification every 4 years (with a full recertification cycle every 8 years). Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications are typically required by employers.