APP Nurse Anesthetist/UKHC at University of Kentucky – Lexington, Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleAPP Nurse Anesthetist/UKHCRequisition NumberRE52768Working TitleCRNADepartment NameMG300: AnesthesiologyWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level18Salary Range$123.82-141.76/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience0 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)Physical RequirementsLifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 50 lbs.ShiftMonday-Friday, 36-40 hours per week, (8s, 10s, 12s) with optional overtime.Job SummaryUK Healthcare is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for a growing academic medical center – the ideal place to reach the peak of your CRNA profession. New and experienced CRNAs are welcome!

UK Healthcare, with complex cases and high levels of acuity, offers an outstanding work-life balance, competitive pay, and autonomous CRNA practice. CRNAs manage patients of all ages, place invasive lines, and cover most case types including trauma. The selected candidate will care for patients at all acuity levels across the lifespan in a variety of settings for a large case mix. CRNAs can work to their full scope of practice and enhance their skill set with frequent educational opportunities.

We offer up to $4,000 towards professional development funds as well as 2 CME paid weeks off each year.

Our work-life friendly schedule is Monday -Friday, 36-40 hours per week, (8s, 10s, or 12s) with optional overtime. Any overtime is compensated at 1.5 times the hourly rate, with additional compensation for weekends, evenings, etc.

No call.

Starting minimum yearly income of $257,546.

Sign-on bonuses are offered!

Interested applicants are welcome to contact us with any questions or to discuss the opportunity further. Please contact Chief CRNAs Greg Buckler (greg.buckler@uky.edu), or Mark Anderson (marshall.anderson@uky.edu).Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe CRNA will demonstrate an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, and professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills. In addition, the qualified candidate will provide timely and compliant documentation, take responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation, and demonstrate strong communication, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills. The CRNA contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster’s degree plus one or more years’ experience providing general anesthesia to any patient undergoing surgical, diagnostic, and invasive procedures in a Level 1 Trauma Center preferred, but not required for the job.Deadline to Apply01/15/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you possess a current CRNA (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) license or eligible to obtain this license by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Please indicate which best represents your years of paid employment experience in patient care.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter