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Carle Health · 1 month ago

CRNA Program Director, Methodist College

Peoria, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$288K/yr - $339K/yr

5+ years exp

Carle Health is partnering with Methodist College to seek a visionary Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to lead the development of a new Nurse Anesthesia program. This role includes curriculum development, faculty leadership, and collaboration with clinical sites to provide exceptional training for future CRNAs.

Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for all aspects of the Nurse Anesthesia program, including planning, administration, and continuous improvement

Develop and maintain program policies, procedures, and accreditation standards to ensure compliance and quality outcomes

Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty; promote a culture of collaboration and academic excellence

Design and oversee curriculum delivery in classroom, online, and clinical settings

Ensure compliance with the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA)

Establish and maintain clinical partnerships; coordinate student clinical placements and monitor case requirements

Manage program-specific budgetary needs and contribute to long-term resource planning

Serve as a liaison between the program, college leadership, and external accrediting bodies

Maintain accurate student records and ensure timely reporting to NBCRNA and other regulatory entities

Represent the program to prospective students and stakeholders through outreach and communication initiatives

Qualification

Doctor of Nursing PracticeCRNA certificationCurriculum developmentAccreditation processesSimulation-based educationAcademic leadershipDiversityInclusionInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited institution with a focus on nurse anesthesia required

Graduate preparation in nurse anesthesia from a COA-accredited program required

Current CRNA certification through NBCRNA required

Minimum of 5 years of clinical practice experience as a CRNA required

Must be able to obtain Illinois RN and APRN licensure

Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Preferred

At least 2 years of experience in academic leadership, program administration, or teaching in a nurse anesthesia program

Experience with curriculum development, accreditation processes, and simulation-based education

Experience in a Magnet-designated healthcare system with a focus on nursing excellence and patient-centered care

Prior involvement in securing or maintaining COA-accreditation for a nurse anesthesia program

Active participation in professional organizations (AANA) or Illinois Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Benefits

Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.

Company

Carle Health

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Carle Health is a vertically integrated system with a bold but simple mission: to be the trusted partner in all healthcare decisions for everyone who depends on it.

Founded in 1946

Urbana, IL, US

10001+ employees