26-week locum, 10-hour shifts

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The schedule is 10-hour days, 07:00 to 17:00. An immediate opening exists for a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in DeKalb, Illinois, offered as a 26-week contract assignment. Candidates should bring at least one year of experience.

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, provides trauma stabilization and critical care, and manages acute and chronic pain. Staying informed about new anesthesia techniques, equipment, and medications is expected, along with keeping thorough and accurate patient records.

Applicants need an active, unrestricted RN license in the state where the assignment takes place; a new license can be obtained if the assignment requires one. Licenses that are flagged or under investigation disqualify a candidate. The employer compares the candidate's profile against the listed qualifications.

Required education includes a BSN, plus an MSN or DNP from an accredited CRNA program, with the DNP mandatory starting in 2025. Current NBCRNA certification is required, and continuing medical education must be completed to keep both the certification and medical licenses active. One to two years of proven experience as a CRNA or in an anesthesia setting is preferred.

Important skills include technical proficiency in anesthesia, sound critical thinking, and clear communication with the surgical team. Attention to detail and the ability to adjust quickly to changing patient conditions also matter.

Benefits include placements at leading hospitals and healthcare systems across varied care settings, pay described as competitive and transparent, and help with applications and assignment logistics. Credentialing and licensing support is provided in-house, along with travel and lodging coverage, simple timekeeping, malpractice coverage, and risk management support. Other benefits may be offered where required by law, such as reimbursements.