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 Devils Lake, North Dakota, with an immediate start available. Candidates should have at least one year of experience, and the schedule is five 8-hour shifts running from 07:00 to 03:00.

The CRNA would prepare and give anesthesia, manage patient care before, during and after surgery, and take part in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Responsibilities also include trauma stabilization, critical care interventions, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic pain. The role calls for keeping current with new anesthesia techniques, equipment and medications, and for keeping patient records accurate and complete.

Required credentials include a BSN, an MSN or DNP from an accredited CRNA program (the posting notes DNP is required starting in 2025), and NBCRNA certification. The nurse must hold an active, unencumbered RN license in the state of employment, with no flagged or under-investigation status, and a new license may be obtained if the assignment requires one. Continuing medical education is needed to maintain certification and licensure.

Desired skills include clinical and technical competence in anesthesia, sound critical thinking, clear communication with the surgical team, and attention to detail with the ability to adapt to shifting patient conditions.

The staffing agency offers access to leading hospitals and healthcare systems across varied care settings, pay described as competitive and transparent, travel and lodging coverage, malpractice coverage with risk management support, and in-house credentialing and licensing help. Timekeeping and document management are streamlined, and additional benefits may be provided where required by law.