Overview We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Locum Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for our client in New Mexico! Responsibilities Provide independent CRNA coverage across both inpatient and outpatient practice settings. Manage cardiothoracic surgery patients in CVICU and step-down unit settings. Assist with surgical cases and perform specific bedside procedures as needed. Manage an average daily workload of 4 patients per shift.

Qualifications:

Active state medical license. Current life support certifications including ACLS, BLS, and PALS. Ability and comfort level to practice completely independently. Requirement to reside 90+ miles away from the facility.

Schedule:

Coverage Needed:

ASAP and ongoing, starting around October 1, 2026.

Shift Structure:

Scheduled clinical hours plus call coverage.

Call Requirements:

Must be willing to work weekends and take call coverage as scheduled.

Credentialing Time Frame:

90 days (Temporary privileges are available).

Skills:

High degree of clinical autonomy to deliver independent anesthesia care across inpatient and outpatient settings. Strong critical care proficiency in managing CVICU and step-down cardiothoracic surgery patients. Hands-on bedside procedure performance and surgical assistance capabilities. Adaptability to support flexible scheduling needs, weekend shifts, and call rotations. All travel expenses are reimbursed by our client and Orchard covers malpractice insurance with tail coverage!

RF:

JOB-02639

Job Type:

Contract Pay:

$215.00 - $240.00 per hour

Benefits:

Referral program Application Question(s): Do you have recent case logs or relevant related to this specialty?

Experience:

CRNA:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person