CRNA Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at OR and Emergency Room Facility in Iowa
Assignment Details
Dates Needed: December 2026 – August 2027. Shift Type: Day Shift with Call. Assignment Type: OR and ER. Call Required: Yes. Board Certification Required: Negotiable. Job Duration: Locums.
About the Facility
This hospital operates an organized operating room and emergency room program with established perioperative workflows designed to support quality patient care delivery across a range of surgical specialties. The facility functions under an autonomous CRNA practice model and maintains structured clinical operations suited to locum tenens anesthesia coverage.
Facility Location
Iowa offers a range of outdoor and cultural attractions suited to diverse interests. Northeast Iowa's Driftless Area features limestone bluffs, flowing rivers, and scenic byways, providing opportunities for kayaking, fishing, and whitewater activities. Clinicians on assignment may also explore destinations such as the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, the Field of Dreams movie site, and the Fenelon Place Elevator in Dubuque.
Work Schedule & Responsibilities
Clinicians provide anesthesia services under an autonomous CRNA practice model during day shifts with call coverage. The schedule follows a 3‑week rotation:
- Week 1: 7 days on‑call (Monday through Monday) with Monday–Friday day shift coverage and a 2‑hour minimum callback requirement.
- Week 2: Monday–Friday day coverage.
- Week 3: Off; Monday–Friday shifts carry an 8‑hour guarantee.
Surgical case mix includes general, obstetric, urology, ENT, and orthopedic procedures, serving patients across all age groups.
Requirements
- Minimum 1–2 years of OB and Peds experience required for this assignment.
Additional Details
- Case Load/PPD: Varies
- Patient Population: All Ages
- Call Ratio/Schedule: 3‑week rotation (Week 1: 7 days on‑call Monday–Monday; 2‑hour minimum callback)
- Location Type: On‑Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: No
- Government: No
- Percentage Hands On: 0%
- Supervision/Medical Direction: Autonomous
- Staffing Model: CRNA Practice