18-week locum, 10-hour shifts

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An immediate locum tenens opening for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is available in Espanola, New Mexico. The assignment is an 18-week contract and calls for at least one year of experience.

The role centers on preparing and giving anesthesia, caring for patients before, during and after surgery, and taking part in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The CRNA would also stabilize trauma patients, deliver critical care, and manage acute and chronic pain. Ongoing study of new anesthesia techniques, equipment and drugs is expected, along with accurate, complete charting.

Candidates need an active, unencumbered RN license in the state of practice; a new license may be obtained for the assignment if necessary. Licenses must not be flagged or under investigation. A BSN is required, along with an MSN or DNP from an accredited CRNA program, with the DNP required starting in 2025. Certification from the NBCRNA and continuing medical education to keep that certification and licenses current are also necessary. Previous work as a CRNA or in an anesthesia setting of one to two years is preferred.

The schedule is five 10-hour shifts running from 07:00 to 17:00. Desired skills include technical skill in delivering anesthesia, sound judgment under pressure, clear communication with the surgical team, attention to detail, and flexibility as patient conditions shift.

The recruiting agency describes access to leading hospitals and health systems across varied care settings, pay it calls competitive and transparent, travel and lodging coverage, malpractice coverage with risk management support, in-house credentialing and licensing help, and simpler timekeeping and document handling.