26-week locum, 8-hour shifts

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A locum tenens opening for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is available in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, on a 26-week contract. The assignment requires at least one year of experience.

The CRNA would prepare and give anesthesia and oversee patient care before, during, and after surgery. Other duties include taking part in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, stabilizing trauma patients, delivering critical care, and managing acute and chronic pain. The role also calls for keeping up with new anesthesia techniques, technology, and medications, and keeping accurate, complete patient records.

Candidates need an active, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment, with no flagged or under-investigation licenses. A BSN is required, along with an MSN or DNP from an accredited CRNA program; the posting notes that a DNP is required as of 2025. Current NBCRNA certification and continuing medical education to maintain it and medical licenses are also expected. Prior experience of one to two years as a CRNA or in an anesthesia setting is preferred.

The schedule is five 8-hour shifts, running from 07:00 to 03:00. Strong clinical and technical skill in anesthesia, sound judgment, clear communication with the surgical team, and attention to detail are valued.

Benefits described include access to leading hospitals and healthcare systems across varied care settings, pay described as competitive and transparent, application and assignment support, in-house credentialing and licensing help, travel and lodging coverage, simplified timekeeping and document management, and malpractice coverage with risk management support.