Job · #797470
Hospital-based CRNA
Kirksville, MO
Posted 27th Jul, 2026
At a glance
Job typeLocum Tenens
ScheduleDay shifts 6:30–3:00
SpecialtyGeneral Anesthesiology
ProfessionCertified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
What it's like here
Community hospital
Quick summary
AI summary
Locum CRNA role at a regional hospital in Kirksville, Missouri, working within a physician-led care model. Suited for providers comfortable with a broad surgical scope.
Highlights
- ASAP start
- Day shifts 6:30–3:00
- Backup call only
Description
Opportunity:
Advanced Practice (CRNA) - (CRNA) - Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)
Job Details
Locum Tenens assignment with ASAP start date on an ongoing basis
Shifts are 6: 30 AM to 3:00 PM
Medical direction model; CRNAs work as true backup call to the physician
Physician is first call for OR cases and OB; CRNA is called in as needed backup
CRNAs do not perform peripheral blocks and epidurals are rare
Must have active CSR; may be asked to perform backup call
Board certification required (minimum board certification eligible)
Required surgical types include: Complete Orthopedic, Head/Spine, Neuro, Pediatric, Regional, and Thoracic
Required anesthesia skills include: General Anesthesia (Adult, Pediatric, Neonatal, Trauma), Spinal Anesthesia, Epidural Anesthesia, Regional Anesthesia, Neurosurgical Cases, Thoracic Cases, Complex Orthopedic Cases, and Obstetrical Cases
Required procedures include: Central Line placement, Arterial Line placement, PA Catheter placement, Post-op epidural, Post-op extremity blocks, Epidural steroid injections (Lumbar and Cervical), Transforaminal injections (Lumbar and Cervical), and use of X-ray guidance in performance of blocks
Required certifications include: ACLS and Other (as specified)
Pain management techniques and ventilation management required
Evaluation and management of acute volume/BP issues required
CRNA supervision is not required
Provider must be located 90+ miles from the facility
Facility:
This regional medical facility serves as a comprehensive healthcare provider offering a wide range of surgical and anesthesia services to its surrounding community.
The facility supports multiple surgical specialties including orthopedic, neurological, thoracic, and pediatric procedures, and maintains a collaborative care model between physicians and advanced practice providers.
The organization is committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a supportive and well-equipped clinical environment.
Location:
Kirksville, MO
Kirksville is a welcoming college town in northeast Missouri that offers a strong sense of community, affordable living, and a relaxed pace of life surrounded by scenic rural landscapes.
The area provides outdoor recreational opportunities including nearby lakes and parks, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a fulfilling work-life balance in a close-knit setting.
Job details
Company Name
Royal Surgical Associates
Hiring organization
RS

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