Locum crna (nurse anesthetist) anesthesiology

This role within the Anesthesiology department offers an opportunity to provide high-quality anesthesia care in a dynamic medical practice setting.

As a Locum CRNA, you will deliver safe and effective anesthesia services for patients undergoing a range of surgical and procedural interventions. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, operating room staff, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless, patient-centered care throughout the perioperative period.

Responsibilities

• Administer general, regional, and local anesthesia for surgical and procedural cases
• Conduct comprehensive preoperative patient assessments and develop individualized anesthesia plans
• Monitor patient vital signs and adjust anesthesia delivery throughout procedures
• Manage airway assessment, intubation, and ventilation as clinically indicated
• Respond promptly to intraoperative complications and emergencies
• Provide postoperative pain management and recovery care coordination
• Document anesthesia records accurately and maintain compliance with clinical standards
• Collaborate with surgical teams and anesthesiology providers to optimize patient outcomes
• Adhere to infection control, safety protocols, and facility policies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education activities

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program
• Current, unrestricted certification as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
• Active, unrestricted state licensure as a Registered Nurse and eligibility to practice in the state of Maine
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications; PALS or ATLS preferred
• Solid knowledge of anesthesia pharmacology, physiology, and equipment operation
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to perform effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working within multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to adapt quickly to new facilities, protocols, and electronic health record systems
• Commitment to patient safety, professionalism, and continuous learning

Level III Trauma Center

Schedule: 7:00a-5:30p

No call required

Daily Volume: 30 patients

23 total ORs

Cases: General, complex vascular, and complex orthopedic

EMR: Epic

ACLS, BLS, and PALS required

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses