Locum CRNA Opportunity in Central Iowa with $245/hr and Light Call

Job Description

A community hospital in Central Iowa is seeking Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) for an ongoing locum tenens assignment offering true solo practice, strong hourly compensation, and a manageable call structure. This is a definite opportunity with immediate coverage needs, including full-time availability, though flexible scheduling options such as two weeks on/two weeks off will be considered for the right candidates.

This facility is a 50-bed hospital currently operating five active operating rooms and expanding with the addition of a new OR. The anesthesia model is solo CRNA practice, with a fully staffed team consisting of nine CRNAs. Due to current staffing gaps, two locum CRNAs are needed to support consistent coverage and long-term stability. Providers in this role will practice independently while collaborating closely with surgical and nursing teams.

The case mix is primarily bread-and-butter anesthesia and includes orthopedics, OB/GYN, ENT, cataracts, podiatry, and urology. There are no cardiac, neuro, or spine cases. Obstetric volume averages approximately 400 births annually, and CRNAs do not remain in-house while epidurals are running. Providers are expected to be comfortable with regional anesthesia, including blocks, spinals, and epidurals.

The schedule preference is five eight-hour shifts per week, though four ten-hour shifts will be considered. Overtime is paid for hours worked beyond the scheduled shift. Call responsibilities are light, typically one weekday night per week, with optional weekend call for those interested in additional compensation. The facility utilizes Epic as its electronic medical record system. Credentialing typically takes around 90 days, with an anticipated start in early February and an initial commitment of six months.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide independent anesthesia care in a solo CRNA practice model
• Manage bread-and-butter surgical cases across multiple service lines
• Perform regional anesthesia including blocks, spinals, and epidurals
• Participate in light weekday call and optional weekend call
• Document anesthesia care accurately using the Epic EMR system

Compensation & Benefits

• $245 per hour with an 8-hour daily minimum, Monday through Friday
• $260 per hour for callback time with a two-hour minimum
• $400 weekday beeper call stipend
• $1,800 per 24-hour weekend call coverage
• $35 per day meal per diem
• Travel reimbursed, malpractice coverage provided, and weekly pay

Job Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Active Iowa license or eligibility
• ACLS, PALS, and CPR certifications required
• Iowa State Substance Certificate and Federal DEA required
• Comfort with solo practice and regional anesthesia techniques

Schedule & Work Environment

• Locum tenens assignment with full-time or flexible scheduling options
• Preference for five eight-hour shifts; ten-hour shifts considered
• Light weekday call; weekend call optional
• Solo CRNA practice in a 50-bed hospital setting

Location

Central Iowa

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