Locum Tenens Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) — Minneapolis, MN

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Join a tertiary care team in Minneapolis, MN as a locum tenens CRNA covering both inpatient and outpatient settings. Coverage begins 08/17/2026 and is ongoing. You’ll work a mix of 8-, 10-, and 12-hour clinical shifts (start times typically 6:30 a.m.; common end times 3:00 p.m., 5:00 p.m., or 7:00 p.m.). Optional beeper call is available for weeknights and weekends.

Who you’ll care for

• Patient population: adolescents through geriatrics (12+)
• Case mix: general anesthesia in a tertiary facility with access to specialized surgical services
• Note: CRNAs are not expected to perform blocks, arterial lines, epidurals, or spinals

What the facility offers

• Level III trauma center using Epic EMR
• Standard OR and anesthesia equipment with onsite anesthesia team and surgical specialty backup
• Care team model (4:1) supported by a 24-hour anesthesia aide department
• Locum coverage is intended to supplement existing staff

Clinical responsibilities

• Provide general anesthesia and perioperative anesthesia care for scheduled surgical and procedural cases
• Work within a supervised care team model, collaborating closely with anesthesiologists and surgical teams
• Monitor patients throughout the perioperative period and document all encounters in Epic
• Phone consults as clinically appropriate; admissions included

Requirements & credentials

• Active Minnesota RN license required
• NBCRNA certification required
• ACLS and BLS required
• Minimum 1 year CRNA experience
• Epic experience required
• Candidate must reside more than 50 miles from the facility

Privileges, credentialing & logistics

• Hospital privileges required; credentialing typically takes about 90–120 days
• Travel, lodging, and malpractice coverage provided per facility guidelines

If you’re looking for flexible locum work in a well-supported tertiary center and meet the requirements above, this role could be a great fit.