What does CRNA mean in OCCUPATION & POSITIONS

In order to become a CRNA, individuals must first obtain a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Once they have completed their BSN, they must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) and gain licensure as Registered Nurses. After this is completed, prospective CRNAs must complete and pass a two-year or longer Master's program in nurse anesthesia.

Becoming a CRNA is a long process that requires not only formal education but also clinical experience. It typically takes anywhere from 7-10 years from when someone begins their undergraduate studies until they are able to sit for the Nurse Anesthesia Certification Exam and begin practicing as a CRNA. However, once these qualifications have been met, the rewards are significant.

In most states, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists have full prescriptive authority - meaning that they can prescribe medications independently without physician supervision. Most states also allow them to be independent providers of care; meaning that they can practice without having to be supervised by a physician or another healthcare provider.

Yes, there are multiple specialties within nurse anesthesia such as obstetrics/GYN/labor & delivery, pediatric anesthesia, regional anesthesia/pain management, ambulatory surgery centers/outpatient surgery center anesthesiology and critical care medicine/cardiac medicine anesthesiology among others.

According to Payscale.com, the median annual salary for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists is 0k per year with salaries ranging between 5k-0k per year depending on experience level and geographical location.