Locum CRNA – Southwest Missouri (Springfield Area) Weekend-Focused Coverage | No Call | Flexible Scheduling

LOCUM CRNA – Southwest Missouri (Springfield Area) Weekend-Focused Coverage | No Call | Flexible Scheduling Palm Health Resources is actively recruiting Locum CRNAs for a high-volume hospital in the Springfield, MO region. This is an ongoing opportunity driven by expanded weekend OR coverage, with flexible scheduling options and no call responsibilities. Assignment Details: Start Date: ASAP (ongoing need) Duration: Ongoing with strong extension potential Schedule (coverage-driven, flexible):Fridays: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturdays: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sundays: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM or 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM Mondays: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Coverage Model: Client is seeking up to 4 CRNAs to help support expanded weekend OR coverage (not strictly 4 full-time FTEs — flexible coverage combinations welcomed) Call: None — no beeper call, no overnight call Setting: Inpatient hospital Model: Medical direction (approx. 1 anesthesiologist : 4 CRNAs) EMR: Epic Credentialing: ~60–90 days (expedited possible with approval) Clinical Scope: Broad case mix including: General surgery Orthopedics Neuro & spine ENT GI / endoscopy (higher patient turnover areas) OB support (C-sections; epidurals handled by MDs) Pediatrics (must be PALS-certified; weekends may include peds coverage) Thoracic & vascular (non-cardiac) Important Notes: No cardiac/open heart cases (covered by separate CV team) Pediatric exposure varies: Weekdays: dedicated peds team covers most cases Weekends: CRNAs may see pediatric patients (generally not complex neonates) Skills Required: General anesthesia Airway & ventilation management Hemodynamic management Regional/spinal/epidural familiarity (support role in OB) Ability to work across variable case volumes Volume & Staffing: Case volume varies significantly by assignment: Endoscopy: up to ~30 patients/day Main OR: typically 1–2 cases per room/day Weekend expansion: Saturday: ~8 OR sites (2 MDs covering) Sunday: expansion from 4 → 8 OR sites (higher demand) Weekday coverage includes up to 32 staffed sites across system Compensation: Highly competitive 1099 rates — negotiable based on coverage & commitment Travel, lodging, and malpractice fully covered by Palm Health Palm Health Locum CRNA Benefits: A++ malpractice insurance Paid travel, lodging, and rental car or mileage Dedicated credentialing and licensing support 24/7 recruiter and operations support Streamlined onboarding process Access to ICBA benefits (health, dental, life, disability) Referral bonuses Priority access to exclusive nationwide CRNA opportunities Why This Opportunity: No call whatsoever Flexible scheduling — ideal for weekend-focused or block coverage Broad clinical exposure without cardiac burden High-demand site with consistent need (job stability) Ability to structure your own schedule around Fri–Mon coverage Location Highlights: Based in the Springfield, Missouri region Easy access via Springfield-Branson National Airport Low cost of living with strong quality of life Access to lakes, hiking, and outdoor recreation Requirements: NBCRNA certification Active Missouri license or ability to obtain quickly PALS required (especially for weekend coverage) Comfortable with broad case mix and variable acuity Facility: Hospital | Company: Palm Health Resources | Contact: Doug Thomas