A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist opportunity is available at St. Vincent Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania — a 316-bed non-profit community hospital founded in 1875 and rated the No. 1 hospital in Erie across ten quality categories including surgical care, cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, trauma care, and women's health. This is a high-acuity, full-service anesthesia practice with the highest compensation package in the region, voluntary call and weekend coverage, and a team culture described as genuinely family-like. Erie offers four-season Great Lakes living with a low cost of living and strong community roots.
Perks and Benefits
- Highest compensation package in the Erie region, with shift differentials and an annual longevity bonus
- PTO of 6–8 weeks annually, scaled to years of experience
- Call and weekend coverage is entirely voluntary — no mandatory on-call obligation
- Multiple scheduling options available to fit individual lifestyle preferences
- Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) plan and Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (SERP)
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Relocation assistance provided
- CME access, professional development tools, and educational resources through a dedicated clinician institute
- Clinician wellness program and employee referral program
Practice Highlights
- 316-bed non-profit community hospital with broad surgical and procedural volume across multiple high-acuity service lines
- Rated No. 1 in Erie for overall hospital care and overall surgical care
- Recognized centers of excellence in major cardiac surgery, major neurosurgery, orthopedic care, hip fracture care, pulmonary care, pneumonia care, trauma care, and women's health — reflecting a diverse and complex anesthesia case mix
- Collaborative, family-like environment with strong collegial relationships between the anesthesia and surgical teams
- Voluntary call and weekend structure gives CRNAs meaningful control over their schedule
- Founded in 1875 by the Sisters of St. Joseph — the oldest hospital in the Erie area, with deep institutional stability and community trust
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
- Active Pennsylvania CRNA licensure or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with a broad surgical case mix spanning cardiac, neurosurgical, orthopedic, trauma, and women's health procedures
About the Community
Erie sits on the southern shore of Lake Erie in northwestern Pennsylvania — Pennsylvania's only Great Lakes city — offering waterfront recreation, four-season outdoor activities, and a cost of living well below national averages. The region features a vibrant arts and dining scene, strong public and private school options, and easy access to Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Buffalo within two to three hours. For clinicians seeking a high-quality practice environment without the pace or expense of a major metropolitan area, Erie is a compelling destination.