CRNA - HSHS St. John's Hospital - Per Diem

Springfield,IL - USA

Position Requirements
CRNA opportunity in community-oriented Springfield, IL, at HSHS St. John's Hospital, a regional medical center

Description
HSHS St. John's Hospital, based in the Illinois state capital of Springfield, is the flagship hospital of Hospital Sisters Health System. The regional medical center provides residents of central and southern Illinois with comprehensive healthcare using modern technology. Dating back to 1875, St. John's is now a Certified Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and a Certified Level I Trauma Center. The facility has a college of nursing and is a teaching hospital affiliated with Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. Its surgery centers are considered among the most advanced of their type in the United States.

Awards
Designated Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care
Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award

Case Assignments
General, ortho, cardiac, pediatrics, OB, and more

Shifts
Various shift options available

Team
Leadership
John Potts, CRNA, MS-Vice President of Advanced Practice Anesthesia for NAPA's Midwest Region (IN, IL, MI)

John Potts joined NAPA in 2016. Prior to working at NAPA, Potts worked for a large CRNA-owned group in Michigan, where he was responsible for the development and operations of the group's small and rural hospital division. He has extensive experience in cardiac anesthesia, anesthesia for bariatric procedures, and ambulatory anesthesia. Potts received his BSN in 1995 from the University of Detroit Mercy (UDM). He returned to UDM in 1997 and, through an affiliation with Henry Ford Hospital, completed his CRNA training in 1999. He is a member of both the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists and Michigan Association of Nurse Anesthetists.

Advanced Practice Anesthesia (APA) leaders are unique to NAPA. As an integral part of our regional infrastructure, APA leaders are Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists who foster stability and collaboration among local facilities and teams throughout our organization. As an APA leader, Potts supports the Midwest Region. Like other APA leader colleagues, he is a voice for local clinicians, along with being a leader who hears, understands, and values those on our clinical team.

Team Highlights

Requirements
Responsibilities
Pre-anesthesia assessment
Obtains and/or verifies patient consent
Discuss anesthetic options and risks with the patient
Induction, maintenance, and emergence from anesthesia
Monitoring of the patient's physiological condition
Performance of clinical intervention as needed

Requirements
Current license as a registered professional nurse
Graduation from an accredited program of nurse anesthesia education
Certified or recertified by the AANA Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists

Lifestyle
Springfield, IL:
The largest city in central Illinois and the state capital, Springfield has a strong sense of community. Residents can enjoy arts and culture, shopping, and natural beauty. Downtown farmers' markets and nearby farms reflect the agricultural environment of Illinois. The city's robust historical past is highlighted at historical sites and museums. Most notably, Abraham Lincoln lived and worked in Springfield before he was elected the 16th president and moved to Washington, DC. Springfield features tantalizing restaurant choices, whether you are looking for a farm-to-table, family-friendly, or romantic dining experience.
Area Attractions:
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum
Illinois State Fair
Jubilee Farm Center for Ecology and Spirituality
Lincoln Home National Historic Site
Dana-Thomas House designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright

Colleges and Schools:
University of Illinois-Springfield, St. John's College of Nursing, Lincoln Land Community College
Iles Elementary School, The Jefferson Middle School, Springfield High School

Total Rewards
Salary:
W2 Hourly rate: $170/hr.

EEO Statement

North American Partners in Anesthesia is an equal opportunity employer.