Responsibilities of a CRNA

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Could anyone tell me what a CRNA nurse deals with on a shift? What are your responsibilities? Can someone orient me to all of the devices/monitors? Any pics/websites of monitors/devices? What is a typical day like? Any advice?

I am interested in the program just wanted more information.

Thanks

~A~

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Specializes in US Army.

If you are the PACU Queen then you should just ask one of the many anesthesia providers you deal with on a daily basis. I'm sure they would love to show you their set ups and talk about their schedules...

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If you are really interested, go and ask one of the CRNAs at your workplace if you can ''shadow'' during their day. That is the easiest and best way to get a real glimpse of what the job entails.

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I am sorry to mislead you. I do not work in the PACU ..yet. I just chose that name cuz I wish to be the PACU queen...haha. I work on a Med Surg floor right now..but wish to work my way up to the PACU

~A~

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Specializes in ICU, currently in Anesthesia School.

PACU-Check out the stickies at the top of the forum, they will help you design a plan for becoming a SRNA, which will lead to CRNA. Also do a search for postings by Nilepoc, Nitecap, and of course the "guru"- YOGA. I personally recommend you start by giving up on the PACU and go to an ICU first. Most schools require a year of critical care experience and from what I've seen, PACU does not count for most of them. Check out aana.com for a list of accredited school links. Good Luck!

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Specializes in SICU, CRNA.

Just a bit of advice, dont call them a crna nurse though. Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist already covers that. its a bit redundant and can come out sounding a tad bit ignorant.

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