HCA Florida Fort Walton-Destin Hospital is recruiting a full-time CRNA to join a well-established care team model on Florida's Emerald Coast. This 330-bed Level II Trauma Center operates 12 ORs with one of the broadest case mixes available in the region — spanning cardiothoracic open-heart surgery through healthy peds — and the position carries absolutely no call and no nights. A $100,000 start-date bonus, eight weeks of PTO, and an annual retention bonus make this one of the most competitive CRNA packages in Northwest Florida.
Perks and Benefits
- $100,000 start-date bonus paid at hire
- Annual retention bonus in addition to start-date bonus
- Top-tier base compensation with a competitive total package
- 8 weeks paid time off
- Relocation bonus plus Florida licensure support and assistance
- CME stipend included
- Paid professional liability insurance with tail coverage
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision benefits
Practice Highlights
- No call, no nights — ever; schedule is 5 × 8-hour day shifts per week, one Saturday per month, and one holiday per year
- Care team model with 9 anesthesiologists and 25 CRNAs — one of the larger, more collegial anesthesia departments on the Gulf Coast
- 12 operating rooms with a broad, high-acuity case mix
- Case mix includes: vascular, orthopedic, neurosurgery, trauma, ENT, GYN, OB (non-high risk), cardiothoracic (hearts and valves), thoracic, robotic-assisted procedures, plastics, GI, electrophysiology, MRI, CT, cath lab, bronchoscopy lab, and healthy pediatrics
- 330-bed full-service acute care facility and the region's only Level II Trauma Center
- Dedicated cardiovascular OR team supporting an open-heart surgery program recognized as among the most respected in the region
- Accredited Chest Pain Center with a full suite of cardiac services
- Specialized units include cardiovascular ICU, neonatal ICU, inpatient rehabilitation, and behavioral health services
- Emergency services include a main ER, dedicated Pediatric ER, and Express ER; designated Primary Stroke Center
- State-of-the-art operating rooms with a comprehensive surgical recovery unit
- Regional referral catchment serving the Emerald Coast tri-county area of Northwest Florida
Qualifications
- Current CRNA certification (NBCRNA)
- Graduate of an accredited nurse anesthesia program
- Active Florida APRN license or eligibility to obtain (licensure support provided)
- Comfort with a broad, high-acuity surgical case mix including cardiothoracic, trauma, neuro, and robotic procedures
About the Community
Fort Walton Beach sits along the Gulf of Mexico's Emerald Coast, where sugar-white sand beaches and crystal-clear water define everyday life. Florida's zero state income tax and homestead exemptions translate directly into take-home pay, while top-rated schools, Gulf Islands National Seashore, year-round golf, boating, and a vibrant local events calendar — including the Billy Bowlegs Pirate Festival — make the area equally compelling for families and outdoor enthusiasts. The economic base is anchored by nearby Eglin Air Force Base and Hurlburt Field, giving the region stability well beyond its tourism draw, and Pensacola and Panama City are both within easy driving distance for additional urban amenities.