CRNA Jobs in Fort Wainwright, AK

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) plays a crucial role in the nursing industry by administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, or obstetrical procedures. They monitor patients' vital signs during procedures and adjust anesthesia levels as needed, ensuring patient safety and comfort. CRNAs work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient care centers, and physicians' offices, and often provide pain management and emergency services. They also play a key role in patient education, explaining procedures and discussing potential risks and benefits.

To become a CRNA, a person needs a strong educational background in nursing and anesthesia, typically including a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, a Master's degree or higher in Nurse Anesthesia, and certification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). Important skills for CRNAs include critical thinking, decision-making, communication, and the ability to work under pressure. Before becoming a CRNA, a person may work as a Registered Nurse (RN), an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse, or a nurse practitioner, gaining experience in patient care and learning to work as part of a medical team.

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • Aya Locums
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 5 days ago

surgery, hernias, eyes, ears, sinus, ortho general, colonoscopies, do NOT do urology Patients per day: varies - last year they did 2800 annually Hours Procedures start at 7:30 would need to be there...

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Advanced Practice Nurse (Nurse Anesthetist)

  • Defense Health Agency
  • Fort Wainwright, AK
  • 7 days ago
  • Fort Wainwright, AK
  • 7 days ago

This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs, Accreditation Commission for Midwifery...

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • Concord Physicians Solutions
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 8 days ago

facility is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our dynamic anesthesia team....

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Nurse Anesthetist CRNA

  • Foundation Health, LLC
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 26 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 26 days ago

Experience a bread-and-butter caseload including general surgery, orthopedics, OB/GYN, ENT, podiatry, healthy peds, and GI procedures, with CRNAs managing cases with physician oversight....

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CRNA Locums Needed in Fairbanks, AK- NO CALL-$210.00/hr to $220.00/hr

  • Aya Locums
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago

AAAHC standards Procedures Include: General Surgery, Orthopedics, Gynecology, ENT, Podiatry, Urology, Dentistry, and Ophthalmology Facility Type: Acute Care Hospital / Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC...

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Locums CRNA - Alaska Ambulatory Surgery Center - Nerve Block Experience Required

  • Aya Locums
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago

Job Details: Case Types: General Surgery, Hernias, Eyes, Ears, Sinus, Ortho General, Colonoscopies (no urology, no complex hospital cases) Setting: Ambulatory Surgery Center Schedule: Monday-Friday,...

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December Start - CRNA Opening - Fairbanks Alaska (willing to license)- $240-245/hr

  • Aya Locums
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK (18 miles from Fort Wainwright, AK)
  • 28 days ago

surgery, hernias, eyes, ears, sinus, ortho general, colonoscopies, do NOT do urology Patients per day vary - last year, they did 2800 annually I look forward to hearing from you today....

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Salary for CRNA Jobs in Fort Wainwright, AK

This is the average annual salary for CRNA jobs in Fort Wainwright, AK as reported by the BLS.

$268,970


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CRNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CRNAs in Fort Wainwright, AK offer the following education background
Master's Degree
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
20.3%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.7%
High School or GED
9.5%
Doctorate Degree
8.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CRNAs in Fort Wainwright, AK
2-4 years
37.0%
1-2 years
29.6%
None
18.5%
4-6 years
7.4%
6-8 years
7.4%


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