CRNA - General – Wadena, MN

Locum Tenens CRNA in Wadena, MN — competitive pay, flexible schedule, and diverse general and regional anesthesia cases in a supportive perioperative team.

Join a collaborative anesthesia team as a locum tenens Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Wadena, Minnesota. This opportunity offers a rewarding assignment providing general and regional anesthesia across a varied case mix with predictable 8-hour day shifts and occasional call. Enjoy small-town living, scenic lakes and trails, and easy access to outdoor recreation in central Minnesota.

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $7,790 - $8,210
• Start Date: July 13, 2026
• Assignment Dates: July 13 – August 7;
  August 10 – 28;
  August 31 – September 4;
  September 7 – October 2;
  October 5 – 16; ongoing (occasional weekends)
• Credentialing: 60–90 days (temporary privileges available with clear background and malpractice history)
• Shift: 8-hour days (7am–3pm), 5 shifts per week
• Call
  
  Schedule:
  
  3pm–7am every 3rd night and every 4th weekend (30-minute response time)
• Providers / ORs: 3 CRNAs; 3 ORs
• EMR: Epic
• Location: Wadena, MN — central Minnesota community with scenic trails, lakes, and a welcoming atmosphere

• Minimum 2 years of clinical CRNA experience (acute care perioperative and anesthesia practice)
• Active, unrestricted CRNA license (Minnesota preferred) or ability to obtain temporary/locum privileges
• Current AHA certifications: ACLS, BLS, and PALS
• DEA registration required
• Case logs demonstrating proficiency in epidurals, spinals, neuraxial and peripheral nerve blocks, and regional anesthesia
• Clear background check and malpractice history

• Deliver safe, high-quality anesthesia care for a broad case mix including general, orthopedic, endoscopy, ophthalmology, OB/GYN, urology, ENT, and podiatry
• Perform spinals, epidurals, TAP blocks, neuraxial blocks, peripheral nerve blocks, and IV regional anesthesia as required
• Provide comprehensive perioperative care: preoperative assessment, intraoperative anesthesia management, and postoperative pain control
• Participate in on-call coverage per schedule and respond within 30 minutes when on-call
• Document accurately and timely in Epic EMR; maintain case logs, credentialing, and compliance documentation
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, nursing, and perioperative staff to ensure patient safety and efficient OR flow

Apply now for this locum tenens CRNA position in Wadena, MN — a great Minnesota CRNA job with a supportive team, varied cases, and a desirable central Minnesota location. Submit your CV and case logs to be considered.

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