Certified Nurse Anesthetist prepares prescribed solutions and administers anesthetic following specified methods and procedures. Informs physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. Being a Certified Nurse Anesthetist performs pre- and post-anesthesia patient visits and documents anesthesia notes on patient records. Requires a master's degree. Additionally, Certified Nurse Anesthetist requires Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Requires Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). Typically reports to a manager. Certified Nurse Anesthetist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
As a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA), you’ll provide pain management, anesthesia care and critical care for your patients. Working in a hospital, outpatient center, private practice or other healthcare setting, you’ll administer anesthesia and monitor patients before, during and after procedures. You’ll play an important role in offering emotional support, reducing pain, promoting healing and providing education to patients and their families.