Locum Nurse Anesthetist | 1099 CRNA Locums Who Show Up Ready to Work
250+ independent contractor CRNAs for hospital ORs, ambulatory surgery centers, and office‑based settings. Independent practice or ACT model. Credentialed before we present them. Available this week.
The CRNA Shortage Is Real
There are approximately 67,700 CRNAs in the U.S. providing anesthesia for an estimated 50 million procedures annually (Source: AANA). They're the primary anesthesia providers in the majority of rural hospitals and a critical part of the team everywhere else.
The demand-supply gap is widening fast:
38% employment growth
One of the fastest growth rates in healthcare — but only 2,400 graduate annually.
Source: BLS25 states
Now allow independent CRNA practice. Scope is expanding. Supply isn't keeping up.
Source: AANA75% of rural CRNAs
Practice independently. Rural hospitals depend entirely on CRNA coverage.
Source: Industry DataDoctoral degree requirement
As of 2025, higher training bar further constrains the pipeline.
Source: NBCRNAWhen you can't fill a CRNA position:
Canceled cases, surgeon frustration, overtime for your team, and $30,000-$50,000+/day in lost OR revenue. Permanent recruitment takes 4-8 months. Locums is how you keep running while you search.
Why Hospitals Choose Locum Nurse Anesthetist Coverage
When your facility faces a CRNA staffing gap, locum tenens coverage keeps your operating rooms running. Locum nurse anesthetists provide immediate relief while you search for permanent staff. With competitive hourly rates between $200 and $325, CRNA locums offer flexible scheduling without long-term commitments.
Many facilities use locum CRNAs to cover vacation time, maternity leave, or sudden departures. Others rely on locum nurse anesthetists to expand surgical capacity during high-demand periods. The flexibility of CRNA locums means you can scale coverage up or down based on your actual needs.
What Makes Locums One Different for CRNA Staffing
Most staffing agencies take 40-50% of what you pay. Locums One charges 15-22%. That means more of your budget goes to the CRNA, not the middleman. Our AI-powered matching system connects you with qualified locum nurse anesthetists in your area within 72 hours.
We handle all credentialing before presenting candidates. Every CRNA in our network is NBCRNA-certified, doctoral degree compliant, and carries clean malpractice history. We complete the entire credentialing process in 21 days on average, compared to the industry standard of 60-90 days.
Whether you need coverage for a single week or several months, our locum CRNAs are ready to start. We provide $1M/$3M malpractice coverage, handle travel and housing arrangements, and manage all tax and compliance paperwork. You get a qualified CRNA who shows up ready to work.
CRNA Locums: Independent Practice vs ACT Model
Our network includes locum nurse anesthetists for both practice models. In the 25 states that allow independent CRNA practice, our providers can work autonomously from pre-op through PACU. For facilities using the Anesthesia Care Team (ACT) model, we have CRNAs experienced in collaborative practice with anesthesiologists.
Rural hospitals particularly benefit from locum CRNAs with independent practice credentials. These providers can maintain full surgical schedules without requiring physician supervision. Urban facilities often prefer the ACT model, where locum nurse anesthetists work alongside anesthesiologists to maximize efficiency and patient throughput.
How to Get Started with CRNA Locum Tenens
Getting locum nurse anesthetist coverage is straightforward. Contact our team with your coverage needs, preferred start date, and practice model requirements. We'll match you with qualified CRNA locums within 72 hours and begin credentialing immediately.
Most facilities have their locum CRNA on-site and working within three weeks. Emergency coverage can be arranged even faster. Our transparent pricing means no surprise fees or hidden markups. You'll know exactly what you're paying from day one.
250+ CRNAs Nationwide
Hospital-Based
Full-spectrum OR: general surgery, ortho, GI, gyn, ENT, vascular, trauma. OB capable. Complex airways, regional anesthesia.
ASC-Focused
High-efficiency, rapid turnover: ortho, GI, ENT, ophthalmology, plastics, pain. Same-day discharge protocols.
Independent Practice
25+ opt-out states. Fully autonomous — pre-op through PACU without physician supervision.
ACT Model
Comfortable under anesthesiologist supervision. Team-oriented, communication-focused.
All CRNAs Meet These Standards
NBCRNA-certified
Doctoral degree compliant
8+ years average experience
100% clean malpractice
Internally credentialed
Fast, Vetted, Cost-Effective
72 hours to credentialing packet
Privileges in 21 days. Emergency: 48 hours.
Quality vetting
NBCRNA-certified, doctoral degree compliant, reference-checked, internally credentialed by LocumsOne.
15-22% below typical rates
On a 6-month placement, that's $50,000-$100,000+ in savings.
No minimums
One CRNA for one week, or three for six months. No contracts, no exclusivity.
Better Pay, Real Independence
You earn more
15-22% margin means $15-$30/hr more than traditional agencies — that's $15,000-$30,000+ over a 6-month assignment.
1099 independence
LLC or S-Corp. Full deductions. No agency taking 40% and calling it "benefits" you didn't ask for.
Assignments match reality
We verify case mix, call structure, and support staff before presenting. No surprises.
No name-clearing
Your NPI, your career. No non-competes. No lockout windows. If you want to go direct, go ahead.
"We needed a CRNA for a rural critical access hospital with 2 ORs and independent practice requirements. LocumsOne found one with 10 years of independent experience, comfortable with the full case mix including OB. She's been covering 2 weeks/month for 8 months and our surgical volume has actually increased because we can now reliably schedule."
CNO
Critical Access Hospital, Great Plains
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about CRNA staffing
All 1099 independent contractors. Tax advantages and schedule flexibility for CRNAs, staffing agility without employment overhead for facilities.
Yes — many are experienced with labor epidurals, C-sections, and high-risk OB. We specifically verify OB comfort and case volume during vetting.
Credentialing is already done. Packet to your MSO in 72 hours. Privileges in 14-21 days. Emergency/temporary: 48-72 hours.
Stop Canceling Cases. Start Covering ORs.
Tell us your CRNA needs — independent or supervised, hospital or ASC. Matched providers within 24 hours.