National Nurse Anesthetist Week 2010

National Nurse Anesthetist Week 2010
Sunday January 24, 2010
This week is National Nurse Anesthetist Week, a great time to explore a career as a certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA). Each year, since 2000, the last week of January is designated as the week to recognize the important role of nurse anesthetists and the rewarding careers CRNAs enjoy in the medical field. A CRNA is an advanced practice nurse, meaning they have a master's level degree in nursing and have a greater level of clinical authority than many other nurses who have a bachelor's degree, or associate's degree, for example.
CRNAs work in a surgical setting, providing anesthesia to patients during an operation, and they function as an extension of the anesthesiologist team. CRNAs work in hospital operating rooms, or they can work in outpatient surgery centers or dental offices. Due to the level of education required, as well as the level of responsibility entailed in working as a CRNA, the compensation is among the highest-paying nursing careers as well.
More: How to Become a CRNA | American Association of Nurse AnesthetistsNational Nurse Anesthetist Week 2010Source: www.about.com

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