13-week locum, 8-hour shifts

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This is a 13-week locum tenens contract for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Herrin, Illinois, with an immediate start. Candidates should have at least one year of experience, and the schedule is five 8-hour shifts running from 07:00 to 15:00.

The role centers on preparing and giving anesthesia and caring for patients before, during, and after surgery. The CRNA also takes part in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, handles trauma stabilization and critical care needs, and manages acute and chronic pain. Ongoing documentation of patient records is expected, along with keeping up to date on new anesthesia techniques, equipment, and medications.

Required credentials include a BSN, a graduate anesthesia degree from an accredited CRNA program (the posting notes a DNP is required as of 2025), and NBCRNA certification. The candidate must hold an active, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment, with no flagged or under-investigation status. Continuing medical education is needed to keep both certification and medical licenses current. Skilled communication, critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to shifting patient conditions are also valued.

Benefits described include travel and lodging coverage, malpractice coverage with risk management support, access to a range of hospitals and healthcare systems, transparent locum pay, and help with applications, credentialing, licensing, and timekeeping.