• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Lafayette

Facility : Franciscan OrthoIndy Ambulatory Surgery Center, West Lafayette, IN

Department : OI

Shift Details : Full-time hourly, weekdays. Full benefits included!

At OrthoIndy, everythingwe do is about creating a caring, connected and committed workforce thatdirectly improves the quality of life for our employees and customers. We have fulltime Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist positions available with ourgrowing organization at our future FranciscanOrthoIndy Ambulatory Surgery Center to open in West Lafayette, Indiana in January 2026. This outpatient surgery center will include four operating rooms,one procedure room and 17 PPOP-PACU bays.

Bepart of something great!

At OrthoIndy, weprovide leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care from 22 locationsthroughout Central Indiana, staying true to our mission and our patients byoffering a full range of procedures and treatment options. We have over 100 physicians in our practiceand we continue to be one of the most highly respected and trusted orthopedicpractices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy hasreceived national recognition for patient safety and orthopedic excellence andour philosophy is a physician-owned hospital model where patients experiencesuperior service, safety and patient satisfaction because physicians areinvolved in every aspect of your care. OrthoIndy is also the official orthopedicprovider for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.

General Statement of Duties :

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)is an advanced practice registered nurse who specializes in providinganesthesia care. The CRNA works with healthcare teams to administer anesthesiaduring surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic, and obstetrical procedures. CRNAsassess patients, develop anesthesia care plans, administer anesthesiamedications, monitor patients during procedures, and manage post-anesthesiarecovery. CRNAs play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and comfortduring medical procedures.

Essential Duties :

• Evaluate patients' medical history, perform preoperative assessments, request diagnostic studies, and obtain informed consent. Develop an individualized anesthesia care plan.
• Deliver general, regional (e.g., epidural, spinal), local anesthesia, and monitored anesthesia care.
• Perform airway management techniques including intubation (fiberoptic or otherwise), mechanical ventilation, and maintain respiratory function during procedures.
• Continuously observe vital signs and anesthetic depth, making adjustments as needed to preserve patient stability.
• Oversee patients during emergence and recovery; administer fluids, medications, or ventilatory support; monitor for complications; and transition them safely to post-anesthesia care units.
• Utilize acute and chronic pain relief strategies, including use of PCA pumps, epidurals, nerve blocks, or regional anesthesia techniques.
• Act rapidly in crisis scenarios-such as anaphylaxis, cardiac arrest, or airway obstruction-implementing anesthesia-focused interventions and advanced life support.
• Select, prepare, and operate invasive / non-invasive monitoring devices, ventilation systems, and anesthetic equipment while ensuring safety through routine checks.
• Accurately record peri-anesthetic events, anesthesia doses, vital signs, and patient responses. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, safety protocols, and facility policies.

Requirements :

West Lafayette, Indianais ideally located between Indianapolis and Chicago and is known for itsdiverse community of more than 190,000 people and offers a great quality oflife which encompasses a vibrant college scene, a beautiful natural landscape,including over 50 parks and extensive trail systems, and a lively urbancenter. Purdue University is located inWest Lafayette by the Wabash River and it brings a diverse young studentpopulation to the city. Downtown Lafayette reveals a historic core of Victorianarchitecture, unique shops, and public art.

Nature abounds in thecity and area parks, including Columbian Park, the Celery Bog wetlands,

the Jerry E. CleggBotanical Garden along Wildcat Creek, and Wolf Park in Battle Ground.

Lafayette offers anexcellent art scene with local breweries, wineries, shops, pick your own fruit

farms among many otheramenities and activities.

Western Indiana is adesirable community in which to live and work. The AMA has designated

Indiana as one of thenation's top "physician friendly" states due to its favorable malpracticestatus.

The region is the homeof Purdue Research Park and many multi-national companies which

contribute to a strong,local economy. Offerings includehighly-ranked public and private schools and diverse cultural activities.

OrthoIndy is an EqualOpportunity Employer