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Locum Tenens CRNA – Lexington, Kentucky
Rates: $200–$225/hr all-inclusive depending on commitment + paid malpractice
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.
Assignment Details
- Start Date: November 2025 or as soon as credentialed
- Contract Length: 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, Level I Trauma Center
- 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
Why Work Locums with Palm Health Resources?
- Competitive All-Inclusive Rates – $200–$225/hr depending on commitment
- Paid 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
About Lexington, Kentucky
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
📩 Interested?
Apply today to explore this rewarding assignment. Palm Health Resources will handle credentialing, travel coordination, and onboarding so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.