Location: Ionia, MI

Start Date: 03-01-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Day shift (no on-call; coverage for scheduled vacations)

Hours per Week: 33

Candidate Pay Rate: $154 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide independent anesthesia care for general surgical and endoscopy procedures with remote anesthesiologist supervision
• Perform regional anesthesia techniques including spinal, epidural, plexus blocks, IV regional anesthesia and minor nerve blocks
• Manage ventilation and perioperative airway care across pediatric to geriatric populations
• Document patient care promptly and accurately in EPIC
• Collaborate with OR and Endoscopy teams (RNs and techs) to ensure safe, efficient case flow
• Maintain patient safety and high-quality outcomes in a Level 4 trauma-designated facility

Qualifications

• Active CRNA credential (required)
• Current RN license or ability to obtain Michigan state licensure
• Experience providing anesthesia in OR and endoscopy settings
• Comfortable performing regional, spinal, epidural, and general anesthetic techniques
• Proven ability to work independently with remote anesthesiologist supervision
• Familiarity with EPIC or similar EMR systems
• Willingness to complete credentialing process (estimated 60 days)

Education

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Anesthesia program (CRNA)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of regional anesthesia and peripheral nerve block techniques
• Proficiency in spinal and epidural anesthesia
• Ventilation management and airway skills for all age groups
• EPIC documentation and perioperative charting
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload (average ~15 cases/day)
• Excellent communication and teamwork within the OR environment
• Adaptability across pediatric to geriatric patient populations

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help make your contract comfortable
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Paid Time Off to recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement to simplify state requirements
• Travel reimbursement and support for getting you to Ionia
• Orientation and onboarding support so you hit the ground running
• A supportive OR team that values your autonomy and expertise
• Professional development and access to continuing education resources

Travel Perks: Explore Ionia, MI

Ionia offers a charming small-town feel with easy access to outdoor recreation and nearby city amenities. Enjoy the Ionia State Recreation Area and local trails along the Flat River for hiking and paddling. Stroll Ionia’s historic downtown for local shops and eateries, or catch community events and fairs. When you want more urban options, Grand Rapids is a short drive away with museums, Frederik Meijer Gardens, a lively craft brewery scene, and great dining. Weekend escapes to Lake Michigan beaches and scenic state parks are also within reach — ideal for making the most of your time off.

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