(CRNA) – Locum Tenens / Contract

Location: Northern Navajo Medical Center – Shiprock, NM Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. | On-Call Nights, Weekends, Holidays (varies) Contract Length: Flexible – Short-term (13 weeks), Long-term (1 year), or Intermittent

Compensation

• $240/hour – for all hours worked
• $40/hour – flat call rate (includes nights, weekends, and holidays)
• $1,000 weekly travel stipend – to cover travel and lodging costs
• Malpractice coverage included

Position Overview

Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC), part of the Navajo Area Indian Health Service, is seeking a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to provide high-quality anesthesia services for surgical and emergency cases. This is a contract/locum role with opportunities for both short and long-term coverage. The CRNA will work within a collaborative surgical team and provide culturally sensitive care to the Navajo Nation and surrounding communities.

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthetic care for operating room surgical cases and other procedures as needed.
• Manage patient care before, during, and after anesthesia in accordance with NNMC Medical Staff Bylaws and IHS standards.
• Consult with surgical and anesthesia staff on patient care plans.
• Monitor patients to ensure safe and proper anesthetic care.
• Complete all clinical documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) prior to end of shift.
• Participate in quality assurance reviews and adhere to Joint Commission, CMS, and IHS policies.
• Maintain professionalism and cultural sensitivity in all patient and staff interactions.

Work Schedule

• Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• On-Call: Evenings, weekends, and holidays on rotation.
• Overtime may be required on an as-needed basis.
• Leave requests must be pre-approved; verifiable emergencies excepted.

Qualifications

• Certification: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• Experience: Minimum 52 weeks of CRNA experience.
• Licensure: Active, unrestricted license in any U.S. state, D.C., Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.
• Certifications: Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS required.
• Health Requirements:
• Fitness for duty clearance from a licensed physician.
• Immunity/vaccination records: MMR, Hep B, Varicella, Tdap (within 5 years), annual TB test, influenza, and COVID-19 vaccination.
• Background: Must pass Level I and II federal background checks; no history of license suspension, misconduct, or disqualifying criminal actions.
• Other: Proficiency in EHR systems, English fluency, and respect for Native American cultural practices.

Why Work With Us?

• Serve a mission-driven health center providing care to the Navajo Nation.
• Predictable weekday schedule with compensated on-call.
• Supportive, team-based clinical environment.
• Flexible contract terms – short or long-term options available.