A Nurse Anesthetist specializes in administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures, and provides anesthesia-related care. Performs work that requires higher qualifications than an anesthesia technician. Works in a hospital, directly under a physician, surgeon or anesthesiologist.
Locum CRNA Yakima, Washington Flexible Shifts Epic Ongoing Palm Health Resources is seeking an experienced CRNA for an ongoing locum tenens opportunity in Yakima, Washington. Join an established anesthesia program at a regional medical center serving Central Washington, with a broad surgical case mix, flexible shift options, and long-term coverage potential.
Assignment Highlights Location:
Yakima, WA Start:
ASAP upon credentialing
Duration:
Ongoing locum coverage
Schedule:
Full-time coverage preferred with 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shift options Typical weekday shifts: 7a3p, 7a5p, or 7a7p Night/weekend opportunities: Available, including OR/OB backup call and in-house OB coverage
EMR:
Epic Facility:
238-bed regional hospital Level III Trauma Center Anesthesia footprint: 13 anesthetizing locations Practice model: Anesthesia care team; CRNAs are 100% medically directed Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility Case Mix & Clinical Scope This is a broad CRNA practice with cases including: General surgery Orthopedics OB anesthesia Labor epidurals Major vascular ENT GYN Urology Podiatry Pulmonary procedures Endoscopy Cardiology procedures Outpatient surgery No neuro or thoracic cases. No pediatric case requirement. CRNAs perform labor epidurals and have opportunities to participate in both OR and OB coverage. Schedule & Call The program offers multiple scheduling options depending on coverage needs:
Weekdays:
8-, 10-, and 12-hour day shifts OR/OB backup call: Weeknight and weekend opportunities
OB:
12-hour in-house day/night coverage
Weekends:
Day coverage and overnight remote call opportunities Specific schedules and call participation can be discussed based on provider availability and the current needs of the department. Requirements NBCRNA Certified Active Washington
CRNA/APRN
licensure Current BLS and ACLS Comfortable with a broad hospital-based case mix OB and epidural competency for providers covering OB Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility Compensation & Palm Health Locums Benefits Highly competitive compensation, negotiable based on availability, commitment, and coverage Paid A-rated malpractice insurance Travel, lodging, and transportation assistance when applicable Dedicated recruiter throughout the assignment Experienced credentialing and onboarding support Flexible contract arrangements and extension opportunities Access to additional Palm Health CRNA assignments nationwide Personalized scheduling and long-term career support Why Yakima? Located in Central Washington on the eastern side of the Cascades , Yakima offers significantly easier access to outdoor recreation than many larger metro areas, with hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and the Cascade Mountains nearby. The Yakima Valley is also one of Washington's major wine, agriculture, and craft beverage regions , while Seattle and the Puget Sound are accessible for weekend trips. Interested? Contact Palm Health Resources with your CV, Washington licensure status, and availability. We can discuss schedule preferences, call participation, compensation, and contract length before presentation.
