From the moment you step onto the Labor & Delivery unit at Roper St. Francis Hospital, you will experience what so many CRNAs seek but rarely find—a practice environment where your clinical judgment is trusted, your skills are fully utilized, and your autonomy is genuinely respected. This is a 100% Obstetric Anesthesia position, meaning your focus remains singular and your expertise deepens with every shift. There are no competing demands from general surgery cases or mixed assignments pulling you in different directions. Instead, you dedicate yourself entirely to the art and science of obstetric anesthesia, becoming an integral part of the most significant day in your patients' lives.
Working within a medical direction model, you will function as the primary anesthesia provider for all Labor & Delivery cases while physicians remain available for backup and oversight. In practice, however, CRNAs here manage cases from start to finish with remarkable independence. The culture is one of collaboration rather than micromanagement—you are valued as an equal partner in patient care, entrusted to make critical decisions and execute complex procedures without unnecessary interference.
With approximately 225 deliveries each month, Roper St. Francis maintains a consistent and engaging case flow that keeps your skills sharp without overwhelming you. This volume strikes an ideal balance—busy enough to provide professional satisfaction and continuous learning opportunities, yet structured within a schedule that protects your well-being. You will encounter the full spectrum of obstetric anesthesia, from routine labor epidurals to emergent cesarean sections, ensuring that no two shifts feel repetitive.
What sets this practice apart is the genuine partnership between CRNAs and physicians. Rather than the hierarchical tensions that plague many anesthesia departments, Roper St. Francis has cultivated an environment where mutual respect defines every interaction. You will work alongside an anesthesiologist who provides oversight without hovering, offering support when needed while trusting you to handle the cases you were trained to manage. This collaborative dynamic allows you to practice confidently, grow professionally, and find deep satisfaction in the clinical autonomy that drew you to anesthesia in the first place.