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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Locum Tenens Job Explore a full-time CRNA locum tenens opportunity in Carbondale, IL, with competitive weekly pay, a teaching hospital setting, and diverse anesthesia cases. An exciting locum tenens opportunity is available for an experienced Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Carbondale, Illinois. This role offers full-time coverage within a teaching hospital environment and a Level II trauma center setting, with exposure to a broad range of cases including OB, general surgery, trauma, and additional surgical specialties. Carbondale is known for its welcoming community, scenic Southern Illinois surroundings, and easy access to outdoor recreation, dining, and local culture, making it an appealing place to live and work. Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $6,647 - $7,385
• Start Date: 9/4/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• Schedule: Flexible, onging, or open to alternate schedules (2 weeks on, 1 week off, one week on, one week off, etc.)
• Shift Duration: 8 and 10 hour shifts
• Location: Carbondale, Illinois
• Practice Setting: Teaching hospital with Level II trauma center experience and a collaborative anesthesia department
• Cases: OB, general surgery, trauma, and additional surgical specialties

Job Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) certification
• Active Illinois CRNA license or eligibility to obtain licensure
• Minimum 1 year of CRNA experience required
• Experience in a hospital-based anesthesia setting preferred
• Comfort working within a medical direction or care team model
• Strong clinical skills across a variety of anesthesia cases
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Provide anesthesia care for patients across a variety of surgical services
• Manage cases including OB, general surgery, trauma, and other specialty procedures
• Perform pre-anesthesia assessments and develop anesthesia care plans
• Administer anesthesia and monitor patients throughout procedures
• Collaborate closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, nursing staff, and perioperative teams
• Support safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced teaching hospital environment
• Document patient care accurately and in accordance with facility standards

Apply now to join this CRNA locum tenens opportunity in Carbondale, Illinois and contribute to a high-performing anesthesia team. Benefits 1099 Contract Positions do not include employee benefits. About GHR About United Anesthesia, a GHR Healthcare Company For more than 40 years, United Anesthesia has been the nation’s leading staffing partner for anesthesia professionals. As a GHR Healthcare Company, we continue to provide the trusted expertise you rely on, now supported by the expanded resources and nationwide network of a top healthcare firm. We specialize in placing CRNAs, Anesthesiologists, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, and Physicians across all specialties, connecting them with top-tier opportunities in hospitals and surgery centers in all 50 states. We understand the unique demands of anesthesia and the broader healthcare field, and we are dedicated to providing the exceptional service and support you deserve. We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.unitedanesthesia.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. #GHR2LOCUMS