CRNA

seeks a CRNA for locum coverage at a hospital in Shreveport, LA. In this role, you will perform pre-anesthesia evaluations, develop anesthesia plans, and administer general and regional anesthesia for a variety of surgical cases. You'll monitor patients intra- and post-operatively, manage airways and pain control, and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff. This locum role offers exposure to diverse cases, a mission-driven, team-oriented culture, and the opportunity to support community healthcare access.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective anesthesia care for surgical and procedural patients in a hospital setting
• Conduct pre-anesthesia assessments, review histories, and develop anesthesia care plans
• Administer general, regional, and monitored anesthesia care; manage airways and hemodynamics
• Continuously monitor patient status intraoperatively and adjust anesthetic as needed
• Provide post-anesthesia care, pain management, and timely handoffs to care teams
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and adhere to hospital policies
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and infection control standards
• Participate in on-call rotations and adapt to varying case loads and schedules
• Communicate clearly with patients and families about anesthesia plans and risks

Required Skills

• Anesthesia administration
• Pre-anesthesia assessment
• Airway management
• Regional anesthesia techniques
• Patient monitoring
• Post-anesthesia care
• Acute pain management
• Electronic medical records (EMR) documentation
• Infection control and safety protocols
• Interdisciplinary clinical collaboration