The CRNA informs physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. Prepares prescribed solutions and administers anesthetic following specified methods and procedures. Being a CRNA requires a master's degree in nursing, and certification as a nurse anesthetist (CRNA). Performs pre- and post-anesthesia patient visits and documents anesthesia notes on patient records. In addition, CRNA typically reports to a manager. CRNA's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
