CRNA Jobs in New York
CRNA jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, with sustained demand across major academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and ambulatory surgery centers serving a dense, high-acuity patient population, from new graduates entering supervised practice to experienced practitioners leading anesthesia teams. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany anchor the highest concentrations of openings, with institutions such as NYU Langone Health, NewYork-Presbyterian, and Northwell Health representing some of the most consistent hiring. Cardiac, obstetric, and pediatric anesthesia are the specialties drawing the strongest demand. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) administers and provides anesthesia-related care to patients before, during, and after surgery. The role works in a medical supervision model and requires flexibility to work with various medical practitioners; act as a liaison between the patient and their leading care provider. CRNA plays a crucial role in providing all parties with a full understanding of how a procedure needs to be approached to ensure maximum safety and comfort for each patient.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate our Core Values of being Patient Centered, Team Focused, Service Driven, Accountable, and Innovative every day.
- Working under the collaboration of the Chief of Anesthesiology.
- Evaluate patients' pre-anesthesia condition, history and physical examination, laboratory, x-ray and ECG reports, nurses’ notes and records of previous hospitalizations and anesthetics prior to surgery as documented in pre-anesthesia record.
- Perform pre-anesthesia patient interviews.
- Request additional medical examination or consultation when indicated.
- Gather supplies and check safety and proper function prior to initiation of anesthetic procedure.
- Assist in positioning of patient on operating table.
- Apply, attach, or insert devices for monitoring patients' vital.
- Induce anesthesia with an anesthesiologist.
- Monitor and support life functions during peri-operative period at all times.
- Continuously evaluate patient during transport to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Perform patient re-evaluation on admission and discharge from post-anesthesia.
- Provide nursing staff with a verbal report of the patient's condition.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Nursing or relevant undergraduate degree.
- Current and valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current and valid NYS Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification.
- 2+ years experience anesthesia care in an acute setting experience preferred.
- National Provider Identified (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire.
Physical Demands
- Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to provide patient care and operate equipment.
- Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
- Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.
- Extensive standing and walking.
- Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
- Occasional lifting and carrying carry items weighing 10 pounds or more.
- Occasional exertion of 25lbs or more of force.
- Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards/physical risk.
The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.
This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.
Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
Job Summary
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) administers and provides anesthesia-related care to patients before, during, and after surgery. The role works in a medical supervision model and requires flexibility to work with various medical practitioners; act as a liaison between the patient and their leading care provider. CRNA plays a crucial role in providing all parties with a full understanding of how a procedure needs to be approached to ensure maximum safety and comfort for each patient.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate our Core Values of being Patient Centered, Team Focused, Service Driven, Accountable, and Innovative every day.
- Working under the collaboration of the Chief of Anesthesiology.
- Evaluate patients' pre-anesthesia condition, history and physical examination, laboratory, x-ray and ECG reports, nurses’ notes and records of previous hospitalizations and anesthetics prior to surgery as documented in pre-anesthesia record.
- Perform pre-anesthesia patient interviews.
- Request additional medical examination or consultation when indicated.
- Gather supplies and check safety and proper function prior to initiation of anesthetic procedure.
- Assist in positioning of patient on operating table.
- Apply, attach, or insert devices for monitoring patients' vital.
- Induce anesthesia with an anesthesiologist.
- Monitor and support life functions during peri-operative period at all times.
- Continuously evaluate patient during transport to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit.
- Perform patient re-evaluation on admission and discharge from post-anesthesia.
- Provide nursing staff with a verbal report of the patient's condition.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Nursing or relevant undergraduate degree.
- Current and valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Current and valid NYS Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification.
- 2+ years experience anesthesia care in an acute setting experience preferred.
- National Provider Identified (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire.
Physical Demands
- Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to provide patient care and operate equipment.
- Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
- Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.
- Extensive standing and walking.
- Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
- Occasional lifting and carrying carry items weighing 10 pounds or more.
- Occasional exertion of 25lbs or more of force.
- Work environment may involve some exposure to hazards/physical risk.
The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.
This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.
Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CRNA jobs across New York.
- Active New York State CRNA license or licensure recognized through New York endorsement
- Current NBCRNA certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
- Master of Science in Nurse Anesthesia or Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice degree
- Active New York RN license in good standing required alongside CRNA credentials
- BLS and ACLS certification maintained current throughout employment
- Minimum clinical hours in anesthesia administration across a range of surgical procedures
CRNA Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a crna in New York?
Becoming a crna in New York requires completing an accredited nurse anesthesia program at the master's or doctoral level, then passing the National Certification Examination administered by the NBCRNA. You then apply for licensure through the New York State Education Department, which oversees advanced practice registered nurse credentials including CRNAs. New York also requires an active RN license in the state, so out-of-state applicants must hold or obtain New York RN licensure before practicing.
How much do CRNAs make in New York?
CRNAs in New York earn a median of about $321,030 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $144,900 for the lowest 10% to over $342,480 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire crnas in New York?
Employers hiring crnas in New York right now include NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and North American Partners In Anesthesia LLP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's concentration of large academic medical systems and high-volume ambulatory surgery networks means openings appear regularly across the state, not only in New York City.
Which New York cities have the most crna jobs?
Brooklyn, Syracuse, and Bronx have the most crna openings in New York. New York City drives the largest share of listings given its density of academic medical centers and specialty hospitals, while Buffalo and Albany reflect the strong regional health systems, including Kaleida Health and Albany Medical Center, that anchor anesthesia hiring outside the metro area.
Are there remote crna jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of crna openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-side nature of anesthesia practice. The most remote-adjacent work for crnas tends to be in education, consulting, or administrative roles rather than direct clinical anesthesia care.
How can I get hired as a crna in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic path for new crnas in New York is applying directly to new-graduate or transition-to-practice programs at large academic systems such as NYU Langone Health, NewYork-Presbyterian, and Northwell Health, which structure mentored onboarding for newly certified practitioners. Candidates coming from ICU nursing backgrounds hold a strong advantage, as New York employers consistently favor applicants with critical care experience when selecting new grads. Holding both your NBCRNA certification and your New York APRN license before applying puts you ahead of candidates still awaiting one credential.
Where can I find and apply to crna jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to crna jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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