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Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
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What they do
A Nurse Anesthetist specializes in administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures, and provides anesthesia-related care. Performs work that requires higher qualifications than an anesthesia technician. Works in a hospital, directly under a physician, surgeon or anesthesiologist.
$173,604 / year median in Texas
+18% projected growth
Job Description
The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) provides high-quality care for adult and/or pediatric patients across a variety of surgical and procedural settings. This role collaborates with anesthesiologists, surgeons, proceduralists, and interdisciplinary care teams to assess patients, develop anesthesia plans, monitor patient responses, and support safe outcomes throughout the perioperative continuum. Practice settings may include adult, pediatric, neonatal, obstetric, and other specialty services, depending on clinical assignment and organizational need.