Locum CRNA

Locum Tenens CRNA – Lexington, Kentucky Overview

Palm Health Resources is seeking an experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) for a locum tenens assignment at a large, nationally recognized academic hospital in Lexington, Kentucky
. This opportunity offers flexible scheduling, predictable shifts, and the chance to join a highly respected anesthesia team within a Level I Trauma Center.

This assignment is well-suited for CRNAs who value reliability, accessibility, and flexibility in their locums work while enjoying all that central Kentucky has to offer.

• Start Date: As soon as credentialed
• Contract Length: Ideally 26 weeks (negotiable + option to extend)
• Schedule:
  • Full-time, 4x10s preferred (M–Th or T–F)
  • Other options considered: 4×10, 5×10, 3×12, 4×12, 5×12
  • Day shifts only,
    no weekends, no call
• Hours: 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM (½-hour lunch)
• Setting: Hospital-based
• Cases: General, Ortho, Trauma, Vascular, Neuro (no hearts, no OB)
• Skills: Intubation, line placement (central, arterial). Blocks rarely required.
• Patient Population: All ages (infants through geriatrics, no neonatal)
• EMR: Epic
• Support Model: Collaborative team environment with anesthesiologists, residents, and anesthesia techs (typical MD supervision ratio 1:2 or 1:3 with CRNA support).
• Credentialing: ~90 days

• Competitive Rates – Negotiable, depends on coverage & commitment
• Paid Travel, Lodging, & Malpractice
• Access to Independent Contractors Benefits Association (ICBA)
• Personalized Recruiter Support – credentialing through assignment completion
• Flexible, Reliable Contracts – designed for your lifestyle
• Nationwide Locum Network – premier CRNA opportunities coast to coast

Known as the “Horse Capital of the World,” Lexington offers a perfect mix of big-city medicine and small-town charm
. CRNAs can enjoy:

• Affordable cost of living with vibrant neighborhoods
• Easy access to outdoor recreation, bourbon distilleries, and horse country
• Central location with quick flights to major hubs
• A welcoming community and excellent dining, arts, and culture