Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Company: DirectShifts
Location: Houston
Posted on: June 16, 2026

Job Description:

Are you a passionate and highly skilled Pediatric Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) looking to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team full-time, focusing exclusively on pediatric patients. This role offers the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art pediatric medical equipment and technology, providing specialized, top-tier care for our young patients. With flexible day and night shifts and a competitive salary, this position is ideal for those deeply committed to pediatric anesthesia and eager to grow professionally. If you are certified in Texas and have a strong background in pediatric anesthesia, we encourage you to apply.

Job Details:

• Specialty: Pediatric Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Start Date: Flexible
• Duration: Full-Time
• Shift: Varies
• Schedule: Regular Business Hours with 8hr, 10hr, or 12hr shifts available (Day and Night)
• Employment Type: Contract
• Pay: Competitive Salary
• Experience required: CRNA's experience working with peds with congenital conditions mandatory

Responsibilities:

• Prepares and administers anesthetic agents specifically tailored for pediatric patients, ensuring their safety and comfort during medical or surgical procedures.
• Perform comprehensive pre-anesthesia evaluations of pediatric patients, considering their unique physiological and psychological needs to develop a precise anesthetic management plan.
• Monitors pediatric patients in the operating room, maintaining meticulous attention to their vital signs and ensuring a stable, homeostatic condition throughout the procedure.
• Accurately records detailed anesthetic information on the pediatric anesthesia chart, creating a comprehensive medical-legal record essential for patient care, teaching, and research.
• Provides clinical supervision and guidance to nurse anesthesia students, paramedical and medical students, contributing to their specialized pediatric training.
• Responds promptly and effectively to emergencies involving pediatric patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse and APRN.
• Current American Association of Nurse Anesthetist (AANA) certification.
• Minimum of 6 months of dedicated work experience anesthetizing pediatric patients.
• Demonstrated competency in pediatric airway management, including device placement, vascular access, and the interpretation of varied pressure monitoring and laboratory values specific to children.
• Significant experience as an R.N. in critical and acute care areas, with a strong preference for pediatric or neonatal experience.
• Advanced skills in pediatric respiratory management and blood gas analysis.
• Strong understanding of pediatric pharmacology.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible work schedule with day and night shifts.
• Opportunities for specialized professional growth and development in pediatric anesthesia.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on pediatric care.
• Access to state-of-the-art pediatric medical equipment and technology.

DirectShifts is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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