CRNA
Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential
| Stands for | Certified registered nurse anesthetist |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
CRNA stands for Certified registered nurse anesthetist, a healthcare credential abbreviation.
Advanced practice registered nurse who administers anesthesia and related care for surgery, obstetrics, pain management and procedures. Candidates need critical care nursing experience, a doctoral nurse anesthesia program and the national certification exam from NBCRNA.
Example: CRNA provided general anesthesia for the case; anesthesiologist available.
Usage notes
Since 2022, all students entering nurse anesthesia programs must enroll in doctoral programs, typically about three years long. CRNAs are the main anesthesia providers in many rural US hospitals. States differ on whether physician supervision is required for Medicare billing; several have opted out of that requirement.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.