CRNA - Anesthesia Winona, MN

Opportunity:

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) - Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Job Details:

3-month contract with option to extend
Providers must work at least 1 week per month to be submitted
Monday through Friday with weekday call; weekday shifts run 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with 3:00 PM to 7:00 AM call
Weekend and holiday call typically 1 in 4; weekend shifts are 24 hours (7:00 AM to 7:00 AM)
Must be able to respond to call within 30 minutes
Call is optional
Coverage need: 2 FTE positions plus maternity leave coverage in March
Support staff: 3 to 4 CRNAs on shift, plus 2 pediatric CRNAs on Fridays
Case volume: Typically 12 to 20 cases per day
Patient population: Primarily adult and elderly with light pediatrics (dental and laparoscopic)
Practice setting: Rural hospital with 4 core ORs, dedicated endoscopy room, C-suite, 1 flex room, and DaVinci robot available
CRNA-only model with no physician oversight
EMR system: Cerner/Oracle
Procedures required: Orthopedics (total joints, neuro spine, sports), general surgery, plastics (cosmetic and reconstruction), podiatry, OB (35 to 50 C-sections annually), ophthalmology (cataracts), and neuraxial anesthesia (spinal, epidural, combined spinal-epidural)
Regional anesthesia skills required including interscalene, supraclavicular, axillary, Bier block, adductor canal, and popliteal nerve blocks
Additional skills: Arterial line placement, ultrasound-guided PIV placement, and NRP certification; PICC placement preferred but not required
Active MN license required along with DEA, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation certifications
Board Certification through NBCRNA required
Minimum 2 years of experience required
Pediatrics experience preferred; candidates must be comfortable seeing pediatric patients scheduled every other Friday
Rural health experience strongly preferred
Housing available through a local nursing home partnership; mileage reimbursement provided

Facility:

This is a rural community hospital with 49 beds offering a wide range of surgical and anesthesia services. The facility operates a robust surgical department including 4 core operating rooms, a dedicated endoscopy room, a C-suite, and a flex room, with access to a DaVinci robotic surgical system. The anesthesia department functions under a CRNA-only model, supporting a diverse array of case types including orthopedics, general surgery, OB, plastics, podiatry, gynecology, neurospine, pain management, and pediatric dental procedures.

Location:

Winona, MN

Winona is a scenic city nestled along the Mississippi River in southeastern Minnesota, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming small-town community. With its stunning bluffs, vibrant arts scene, and easy access to hiking, boating, and cycling, Winona provides an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking a fulfilling work-life balance.