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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Elevate your career by joining a prestigious Level 1 Trauma Center as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). In this vital role, you will provide expert anesthesia services across a diverse patient population, supporting high-acuity cases in a dynamic hospital environment. This is an excellent opportunity to impact patient care while working with a collaborative team committed to excellence. We are seeking a highly skilled CRNA to start on May 18, 2026, for a 13-week contract, with the possibility of extension. The position offers full-time schedules with flexible day shifts, typically 4x10s (7:00 AM - 5:30 PM), and requires availability to work four weeks per month. Candidates must be dedicated, professional, and capable of delivering top-tier anesthesia care in a fast-paced, Level 1 Trauma Center setting.

Job Description

• Provide expert anesthesia services across a diverse patient population
• Support high-acuity cases in a dynamic hospital environment
• Work with a collaborative team committed to excellence
• Deliver top-tier anesthesia care in a fast-paced setting

Requirements

• Valid NBCRNA Board Certification
• State license (KY open to licensing)
• Minimum of 1 year of anesthesia experience (no new graduates)
• Proficiency in intubation, central line placement, arterial line placement, and other line insertions
• Ability to work efficiently within a diverse clinical team supported by CRNAs, anesthesiologists, and anesthesia techs
• Familiarity with EPIC EMR system preferred
• Ability to work NORA shifts as required

Nice to Have Skills

• Experience in Orthopedic, Trauma, Vascular, or Neuro anesthesia (excluding cardiac and neonatal cases)
• Advanced procedural skills and familiarity with anesthesia practices for varied adult patient populations

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor's or higher degree in nursing (BSN or MSN)
• Demonstrated excellence in anesthesia practice with at least 1 year of relevant clinical experience

Other Requirements

• Must work full-time, supporting a variety of procedures across different departments
• Willingness to obtain KY state licensure and work NORA shifts
• Ability to commit to credentialing process within 90 days
• Valid BLS and ACLS certifications required; additional certifications are a plus

Benefits

• Hourly pay rate: $226.20, with holiday pay at 1.5x the regular rate for specified holidays
• Competitive pay packages
• Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
• Weekly direct deposit
• Robust referral bonuses
• Paid sick time
• Licensure/certification reimbursements
• Ongoing support from a dedicated team committed to your success with VHS

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply.