Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Locum Tenens Location: WashingtonStart Date: ASAP (Immediate Need)Duration: OngoingPositions Available: 4Setting: Critical Access Hospital (Acute Care)Employment Type: Locum Tenens Position Overview We are seeking experienced CRNAs for an independent practice setting in a low-acuity, critical access hospital in Washington. This is a lifestyle-friendly opportunity with light case volume and minimal call-back.Independent CRNA practice (no supervision or medical direction)Scheduled clinical hoursPaper charting environmentLight daily volume (3 4 ORs + occasional GI suite)Privileges required prior to start Requirements Board Certified CRNA RequiredActive Washington license Required (or willingness to obtain)Experience in independent practice settings PreferredMust be comfortable practicing without medical directionStrong regional anesthesia skills Required Schedule Mix of 8-hour and 10-hour shiftsTypical weekly structure:Two (2) 8-hour shiftsTwo (2) 10-hour shiftsWeekday Call: Pager call (typically paired with 10-hour shift)Weekend Call: 7:00 AM 7:00 AM (Saturday & Sunday)Call-back frequency: Very low Case Mix / Clinical Scope Critical access hospital setting with bread-and-butter cases:General SurgeryOrthopedicsUrologyPodiatryGYNGI (occasional)Required Skills:Spinal anesthesiaUltrasound-guided nerve blocks Not Required No cardiacNo neuro (head cases)No traumaNo OBNo high-acuity pediatric cases Facility Details Critical Access Hospital3 4 operating rooms dailyIndependent CRNA modelTypical staffing: 1 MD + 4 CRNAs ️ Travel & Logistics Travel, lodging, and credentialing details: TBDRural location must be open to travel Additional Highlights Immediate coverage needLow-acuity, manageable workloadGreat fit for CRNAs seeking autonomy and work-life balance