CRNA vs Other Nursing Specialities
There are several advanced practice nursing specialties, such as pediatrics, emergency medicine, and midwifery.
CRNAs focus specifically on pain management and anesthesia. While CRNAs can see patients from all walks of life and across all age groups, CRNAs have an essential role in making sure patients have a pain-free experience.
CRNAs are also the go-to person responsible if something were to happen to a patient during a procedure. While people are often tempted to look into the CRNA career route because of the salary, this is not a fast, easy money route.
Being a CRNA requires critical judgment skills and the ability to make snap decisions regarding someone’s pain and sedation needs. It also requires a solid understanding of life sciences, pharmacology, and anatomy.
If you are considering being a certified registered nurse anesthetist, I would recommend that you ask yourself if you truly are passionate about anesthesia, nursing, and well-rounded patient care.
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