CRNA - IA

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist specializing in Anesthesiology for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Iowa. Starting Apr 13, 2026, this position offers a weekly schedule with on-site shifts Monday through Thursday and on-call coverage for obstetrics and general surgery from Friday to Sunday. The assignment requires the ability to work independently in a rural, high-acuity environment and manage a diverse case mix, including high-risk obstetrics, general surgery, urology, cataracts, and healthy pediatric patients.

Job Details

• Location: Iowa
• Start Date: Apr 13, 2026
• LOA: 42 days
• Provider Type Needed: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
• Schedule:
• Monday: 7am - 4pm, 2-4 cases/day (light scope)
• Tuesday: 11am - 3pm, 2-4 cases/day (big gaps between cases)
• Wednesday: 7am - 4pm, OB call coverage + cataracts and ENT (done by 11am), 11-13 cases/day (cataracts and ENT not every week, but OB call is)
• Thursday: 7am - 4pm, orthopedic cases, 2-4 cases/day (gaps between cases)
• Friday-Sunday: On-call for OB coverage, occasional general surgery

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide anesthesia care for high-risk obstetric cases
• Perform and manage own regional anesthesia blocks
• Administer anesthesia for general surgery, urology, orthopedic, cataract, and ENT procedures
• Deliver anesthesia services for healthy pediatric patients, primarily for tonsillectomies and similar ENT cases
• Prescribe medications and manage perioperative care as required
• Work independently in a rural setting with high acuity cases
• Maintain required certifications and adhere to facility protocols

Additional Information

• Must be able to perform own blocks and obstetric anesthesia
• Comfortable working independently in a rural, high-risk OB environment
• Required certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Required board certification: Anesthesiology
• Iowa license required

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.