CRNA-Nurse Anesthetist

Navajo Preference Employment Act

In accordance with Navajo Nation and federal law, TCRHCC has implemented an Affirmative Action Plan pursuant to the Navajo Preference in Employment Act. Applicants who meet the necessary qualifications and are:

• Enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, or San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe (preference in hiring),
• Legally married to enrolled members of these tribes and meet residency requirements (secondary preference),
• Enrolled members of other federally-recognized American Indian Tribes (tertiary preference).

This job posting is active.

This position is located in the Anesthesia Department of Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation (TCRHCC) and is a full professional member of the Operating Room (OR) team providing anesthesiology services.

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school of nursing.
• Completion of a Nurse Anesthetist training program sponsored or approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA).

• Valid, current, full, and unrestricted license to practice as a nurse in any U.S. state, D.C., or Puerto Rico.
• Certification by the AANA.
• Maintain current certifications in BLS, PALS, ACLS, and obtain ATLS prior to trauma call.

• Knowledge of professional nursing and anesthetic drugs used in complex surgery.
• Ability to administer anesthetics and detect reactions; manage drugs and patient recovery.
• Skill in preparing reports and understanding OR procedures and equipment.

Positive employment references demonstrating:

• Good interpersonal relationships, high ethical standards, dependability.
• Ability to coordinate anesthesia with OR team.
• Successful interview and background checks.

Must meet physical demands such as long periods of sitting, standing, lifting, and visual and auditory acuity. Capable of handling high-stress situations and working in a crowded environment.