Locum Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Listed compensation
$230-$250/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Contract
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
We are recruiting experienced and dedicated Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to expand our anesthesia team.
This position involves the delivery of high-quality anesthesia care across a spectrum of surgical specialties within a collaborative, physician-led framework. CRNAs will be integral to patient management, operational excellence, and ongoing quality improvement while working closely with anesthesiologists, residents, and surgical personnel.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic evaluations, encompassing detailed medical history assessments, medication reconciliations, and obtaining informed consent.
- Collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgical teams to tailor and execute comprehensive anesthetic plans.
- Administer a diverse array of anesthetic modalities, including general, regional, local anesthesia, and sedation techniques.
- Execute and manage advanced regional anesthesia procedures such as epidurals, nerve blocks, and intravenous regional anesthesia.
- Monitor patient vital signs and responses throughout surgical procedures, adjusting anesthetic interventions to maintain hemodynamic stability and ensure safety; proficiently manage airway and pulmonary status utilizing evidence-based protocols.
- Provide thorough postoperative care, including effective emergence from anesthesia, pain management strategies, and smooth hand-offs to recovery teams.
- Collaborate effectively with surgical, nursing, and perioperative teams to ensure integrated patient care.
- Engage in quality assurance measures, safety initiatives, and continuous performance improvement projects.
Qualifications
- Master's or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia from a nationally accredited program.
- Active certification as a CRNA from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).
- Valid BLS and ACLS certifications.
- Current RN and APRN licensure in Virginia (or eligibility to obtain).
- Previous experience in anesthesia delivery and perioperative management is strongly preferred.
- Exceptional clinical acumen, meticulous attention to detail, and a proven ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Key Responsibilities
The CRNA will conduct pre-anesthetic evaluations and collaborate with surgical teams to administer various anesthetic modalities. They are responsible for monitoring patient vital signs, managing airway status, and providing comprehensive postoperative care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a master's or doctoral degree in nurse anesthesia and possess active CRNA certification. Additionally, valid BLS, ACLS, and Virginia RN/APRN licensure are required for the position.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Anesthesiology — CRNA Career Context
Of the 50 active CRNA listings this role was benchmarked against, 86% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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