Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Locum Tenens CRNA - Grants, NM (General Anesthesia)

Locum Tenens CRNA in Grants, NM - PRN schedule, competitive weekly pay, supportive anesthesia team, Cerner EMR.

Advance your career as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Grants, New Mexico. This locum tenens / per diem CRNA opportunity offers flexible PRN scheduling, a collaborative anesthesia team, and a varied case mix in a welcoming small-city environment. Ideal for CRNAs seeking New Mexico anesthesia jobs, contract CRNA positions, or travel/locum tenens opportunities with work-life balance and outdoor recreation nearby.

• Position: Locum Tenens CRNA - General Anesthesia (Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist)
• Location: Grants, NM - Western New Mexico near historic Route 66; great for clinicians seeking New Mexico healthcare jobs
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,688 - $7,431
• Dates: July 18-23, Aug 17-23, Sept 5-11, 12, 13(call), 14-18, 19, 20(call), 21-26, Sept 28-Oct 2, 3, 4(call), 5-9, 10, 11(call), 12-16, 26-30, Oct 31-Nov 1(call), 2-6, 7, 8(call), 9-13, 14, 15(call), 23-25, 28, 29(call), Nov 30-Dec 4, 5, 6(call), 7-11, 12, 13(call), 14-18, 19, 20(call), 21-24, 25-27(call), 28-31
• Schedule: 5 shifts per week, 8-hour day shifts (7:00 AM-3:00 PM)
• Call: Every other night and every other weekend (3:00 PM-7:00 AM); 20-minute response time required
• Assignment Length: PRN ongoing through July 2027 - long-term locum tenens opportunity
• EMR: Cerner (experience with Cerner EMR preferred)

• Minimum 2 years of CRNA experience in general anesthesia (case mix including orthopedics, gynecology, obstetrics, dental, podiatry)
• Active, unrestricted CRNA license (New Mexico licensure preferred for expedited credentialing)
• DEA and CSR required
• Certificates must be AHA issued (e.g., AHA BLS/ACLS as applicable)
• Proficiency in spinals, epidurals, and peripheral nerve blocks
• Current case logs required for credentialing
• Credentialing timeframe: 30-60 days (temporary privileges available with clear background and malpractice history)

• Provide safe, high-quality general anesthesia care as a CRNA for a diverse surgical caseload including orthopedics, gynecology, obstetrics (under 200 deliveries/year), dental, and podiatry
• Perform spinals, epidurals, and peripheral nerve blocks when indicated
• Participate in scheduled call coverage with timely responses per facility expectations
• Document accurately in Cerner EMR and maintain up-to-date case logs for credentialing and quality records
• Collaborate with a team of 2 CRNAs and perioperative staff to ensure continuity of care and patient safety

Apply now: Take the next step in your locum tenens CRNA career in Grants, NM. Submit your CV/resume, current case logs, and copies of licensure and certifications (DEA, CSR, AHA certificates). Join a dedicated anesthesia team and enjoy competitive weekly pay, flexible PRN scheduling, and rewarding anesthesia job opportunities in beautiful New Mexico.

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About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company
For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation's leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm.


We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve.


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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.