Grand Strand Medical Center in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is recruiting a CRNA to join its anesthesiology team at a 345-bed acute care hospital that serves as a designated Level II Trauma Center, Advanced Primary Stroke Center, and Accredited Chest Pain Center. The facility's core service lines — emergency medicine, cardiology, and women's health — generate a diverse and high-acuity anesthesia case mix that keeps practice clinically engaging. The broader Grand Strand health system includes two free-standing emergency departments (South Strand and North Strand), an advanced wound center, and the Carolina Forest Imaging Center, offering a well-resourced regional platform for a CRNA seeking both depth and variety.
Perks and Benefits
- Exceptional compensation package (specific figures available upon inquiry)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and flexible spending account
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and broader wellness resources
- Professional liability insurance with tail coverage included
- Generous clinician referral program
Practice Highlights
- 345-bed acute care hospital with Level II Trauma Center designation — full-spectrum surgical and trauma anesthesia volume
- Advanced Primary Stroke Center and Accredited Chest Pain Center status drives high-acuity cardiovascular and neurological case exposure
- Core service lines include emergency medicine, cardiology, and women's health — supporting OB, cardiac, and emergency anesthesia cases
- System footprint includes two free-standing emergency departments (South Strand in South Myrtle Beach and North Strand), expanding potential coverage scope
- Advanced wound center and Carolina Forest Imaging Center round out the regional campus network
- Institutional mission centered on high-quality, cost-effective community healthcare — collaborative, patient-focused culture
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification through the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
- Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program
- Active South Carolina APRN license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort with high-acuity anesthesia cases across trauma, cardiovascular, and obstetric service lines consistent with a Level II Trauma Center environment
About the Community
Myrtle Beach sits along South Carolina's Grand Strand — 60 miles of Atlantic coastline offering year-round outdoor recreation, a low cost of living relative to comparable coastal markets, and a warm climate that draws both families and outdoor enthusiasts. The area features strong school options, a growing healthcare and hospitality economy, and easy access to Wilmington, NC and Charleston, SC for weekend travel or additional cultural amenities. For a CRNA seeking a beachside lifestyle without sacrificing clinical depth, Myrtle Beach delivers on both counts.