CRNA Jobs in New Mexico

A Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) plays a crucial role in the nursing industry by administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgical, diagnostic, or obstetrical procedures. They monitor patients' vital signs during procedures and adjust anesthesia levels as needed, ensuring patient safety and comfort. CRNAs work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, outpatient care centers, and physicians' offices, and often provide pain management and emergency services. They also play a key role in patient education, explaining procedures and discussing potential risks and benefits.

To become a CRNA, a person needs a strong educational background in nursing and anesthesia, typically including a Bachelor's degree in Nursing, a Master's degree or higher in Nurse Anesthesia, and certification from the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA). Important skills for CRNAs include critical thinking, decision-making, communication, and the ability to work under pressure. Before becoming a CRNA, a person may work as a Registered Nurse (RN), an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse, or a nurse practitioner, gaining experience in patient care and learning to work as part of a medical team.

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This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-202617-CRNA-NM Title: CRNA Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: OR Call Required: No Board Certification Required: Negotiable...

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The clinician will handle diverse case mix including general surgery, OB/GYN, orthopedic, endocrine, and podiatry procedures with regional block proficiency preferred....

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • NorthStar Anesthesia
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 10 hours ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 10 hours ago

THIS ROLE: NorthStar is currently seeking a talented and compassionate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) to join our team at our facility in Hobbs, NM at Covenant Hobbs Hospital....

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Crna

  • Delta Companies
  • NM
  • 1 day ago
  • NM
  • 1 day ago

25-26), July 27-31, August 3-7, August 10-14, August 17-21, August 24-28 Mon-Fri 7a-5p Call 1:3 Weekend call (Fri 5p-Mon 7a) General, endo, OBGYN, ortho, pain mgmt., spinals, blocks, epidurals All CRNA...

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CRNA - Anesthesiology - Up to $50K Sign On Bonus! - MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center

  • PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
  • Maxwell, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Maxwell, NM
  • 2 days ago

Seeking valued, independent full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) to join our Anesthesia team. Current IA state license a plus. ACLS and PALS required....

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • RecruitWell
  • Silver City, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Silver City, NM
  • 3 days ago

CRNA - Permanent Silver City, New Mexico 1099 Contractor Position Overview Role: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Position Type: Permanent Job Categories: CRNA, Recent Graduates Compensation...

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Crna

  • All Medical Personnel
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago

Back To Jobs List CRNA Job ID: 157556 Location: Northern New Mexico, NM Posted: 2026-05-29 Category: CRNA Specialty: CRNA Type: Temporary Apply For This Job CRNA (Locum Tenens) | NM Start : ASAP End...

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Aya Locums has an immediate opening for a locum Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) job in Silver City, NM paying $215/hour - $225/hour....

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CRNA-Anesthesiology

  • Amsurg Corp.
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago

Seeking a Part Time CRNA, no nights, call, or weekends!...

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • Aya Locums
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Shiprock, NM
  • 6 days ago

CRNA Locum Tenens (6+ Month Government Contract) Position: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Employment Type: Locum Tenens 1099 Start Date: December 1, 2025 Contract Length: 6+ months (renewable...

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CRNA Locum Assignment in Southern New Mexico

  • Cross Country Locums
  • NM
  • 7 days ago
  • NM
  • 7 days ago

Surgery, Ortho, Urology, OB & Healthy Peds Licenses, Certifications, Requirements: New Mexico State license, New Mexico DEA &CSR EMR: Epic...

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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • BAS Healthcare
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 11 days ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 11 days ago

Opportunity: Advanced Practice (CRNA) - Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Job Details: Provide anesthesia services for approximately 4 patient encounters per shift Must be enrolled in the NM Patient Compensation...

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Locum CRNA's needed near Los Lunas, NM.

  • Odyssey Locums
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 12 days ago

No trauma, cardiac, thoracic or peds Must have recent independent practice experience and 2 years of experience as a practicing CRNA....

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Locum Tenens Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

  • Aya Healthcare
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 12 days ago

Aya Locums has an immediate opening for the following position: Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in Alamogordo, New Mexico....

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Locum Cardiac CRNAs needed near Los Lunas, NM.

  • Odyssey Locums
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Lunas, NM
  • 12 days ago

practice experience and 2 years of experience as a practicing CRNA....

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Demographic Data for New Mexico

Moving to New Mexico? Find some basic demographic data about New Mexico below.


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Salary for CRNA Jobs in New Mexico

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireNursing research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CRNA positions.



Highest Education Level

CRNAs in New Mexico offer the following education background
Master's Degree
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
20.3%
Associate's Degree
16.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.7%
High School or GED
9.5%
Doctorate Degree
8.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CRNAs in New Mexico
2-4 years
37.0%
1-2 years
29.6%
None
18.5%
4-6 years
7.4%
6-8 years
7.4%


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