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Fargo, North Dakota

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

CRNA Above average in Anesthesiology (CRNA)No callFull-Time Independent CRNA Practice

Listed compensation

Compensation Range: $295,568.00 - $295,568.00

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 46m ago · Verified live

Job description

Building Location

32nd Avenue Building Department: 3001380 ANESTHESIOLOGY - 32ND CLIN Job Description: Performs clinical anesthesia duties and takes appropriate responsibility for direct patient care and for on-call as assigned. Prioritizes anesthetic decisions, administers anesthetic agents following protocols and guidelines and communicates patient status to healthcare team members. This individual performs coordinating duties by facilitating staff coverage, assignments and breaks in the surgical area. This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. The CRNA demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and/team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice of nursing through performance improvement initiatives. This individual is active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The CRNA will ensure that the patient and family are partners in the plan of anesthesia care.

West Market

2 years of clinical experience as a CRNA is required for this position Education Qualifications: There is an $80k bonus for this position. Must be certified as a registered nurse and as a registered nurse anesthetist in North Dakota. Valid North Dakota registered nurse licensure, American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Basic Life Support (BLS). This is a full-time, exempt position working in the Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center hospital, Essentia Health-Fargo. We are looking for a CRNA to join our general pool. This includes call, weekends and 1-2 holidays per year. Competitive salary and benefits. The Anesthesia group consists of 28 full-time CRNAs and 10 Anesthesiologists. This group staffs 11 ORs, Endo, IR, Cath Lab, Radiology and OB. For more information, apply online or contact: Deven Lord, Senior Recruiter Phone: 218-828-7481 Email: deven. lord@essentiahealth. org Licensure/Certification Qualifications: East Market: Holds a current license in the state of practice. Is certified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA); and has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation. Re-certified per the NBCRNA. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Central Market

Holds a current license in the state of practice. Current certification by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA); or has graduated from an accredited school of nurse anesthesia and is awaiting initial certification. Must pass certification exam within 12 months of graduation. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

West Market

Must be certified as a registered nurse and as a registered nurse anesthetist in North Dakota. Valid North Dakota registered nurse licensure, American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA) certification, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Comprehensive Advanced Life Support (CALS). FTE: 1 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Shift End Time: Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline: Compensation Range: $295,568.00 - $295,568.00 Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Key Responsibilities

The CRNA performs clinical anesthesia duties, administers anesthetic agents, and ensures direct patient care while coordinating staff coverage in the surgical area. They also actively participate in performance improvement initiatives, research, and professional committees to enhance nursing practice.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid North Dakota registered nurse license and certification as a registered nurse anesthetist (AANA/NBCRNA). Additionally, the role requires 2 years of clinical experience and current certifications in ACLS, PALS, and BLS.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Anesthesia administrationPatient assessmentCritical carePatient educationSurgical support

Anesthesiology — CRNA Career Context

The cost-of-living index for North Dakota is 89.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$296k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $332k in an average-cost state. 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Essentia Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 182 active listings.

Of the 50 active Anesthesiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 82% have no call, 66% require no weekends.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist at Essentia Health a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Anesthesiology (CRNA) — ranked against 92 active Anesthesiology (CRNA) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

6.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Above average in Anesthesiology (CRNA)

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About Essentia Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Duluth, MN
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$80,000 bonus
Competitive salary
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) plan with employer contributions
Training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources