Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in New York
Nurse Anesthetist jobs in New York represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, academic medical centers, and specialty surgical practices, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinical lead. The heaviest hiring is in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where large systems like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and Montefiore Medical Center maintain ongoing demand. Cardiac, pediatric, and obstetric anesthesia are consistently the most sought-after specialties across the state. 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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The qualifications that appear most often in nurse anesthetist jobs across New York.
- Active New York state registered professional nurse license in good standing
- Completion of an accredited nurse anesthesia program and CRNA certification
- Current NBCRNA certification or eligibility to sit for the National Certification Exam
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Minimum clinical hours in anesthesia administration across diverse patient populations
- Experience collaborating with attending anesthesiologists and surgical teams in hospital settings
Nurse Anesthetist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse anesthetist in New York?
To practice as a nurse anesthetist in New York, you must hold a registered professional nurse license issued by the New York State Education Department and earn Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists. That requires completing a graduate-level, accredited nurse anesthesia program and passing the National Certification Examination. New York does not issue a separate CRNA-specific license, so your RN license plus active CRNA certification is the credential combination employers require.
How much do nurse anesthetists make in New York?
Nurse anesthetists 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 nurse anesthetists in New York?
Employers hiring nurse anesthetists in New York right now include NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, 77 Consultants, and NYU Langone Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's large academic medical systems and regional health networks tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly for CRNAs with cardiac or pediatric anesthesia experience.
Which New York cities have the most nurse anesthetist jobs?
The cities with the most nurse anesthetist openings in New York are New York, Geneva, and Amherst. New York City drives the largest share of listings because of its density of Level I trauma centers, academic medical campuses, and specialty surgical hospitals, while Buffalo and Albany produce steady demand through their regional health systems and teaching hospital affiliations that anchor those markets.
Are there remote nurse anesthetist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Nurse anesthesia is a hands-on clinical role requiring physical presence in the operating room or procedure suite, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 0% of nurse anesthetist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to involve administrative, education, or consulting components rather than direct patient anesthesia care.
How can I get hired as a nurse anesthetist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to nurse anesthesia residency or fellowship programs offered by large New York academic medical centers such as NewYork-Presbyterian and Northwell Health, which run structured new-graduate programs for CRNAs completing their initial certification. Coming from a critical care RN background in a New York ICU or cardiac unit is the standard lateral move that positions candidates competitively, as employers view intensive care experience as direct preparation. Holding an active New York RN license and CRNA certification before applying keeps you eligible from day one.
Where can I find and apply to nurse anesthetist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to nurse anesthetist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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