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Can you explain what a procedure or surgery looks like for a CRNA? What is your job in surgery, what are the basic steps, specific plans, and safety protocols?

I am a student at Mayo High school and I do P-TECH at RCTC and its a program for future nurses to help us graduate high school with our LPN degrees. I am considering being a CRNA in my future.

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Angel’s Answer

Absolutely! During surgery, as a CRNA, your role is all about keeping the patient comfortable and safe. First, you’ll assess the patient’s health and choose the right anesthesia. Then, you'll monitor the patient's vital signs—heart rate, oxygen levels, and breathing—throughout the surgery. You’ll adjust anesthesia as needed to ensure the patient stays unconscious and pain-free. You’ll also follow strict safety protocols, like confirming patient details and double-checking medications. It’s a fast-paced job, but it’s incredibly rewarding to know you’re helping in such a crucial way! Keep pushing forward—you're on an amazing path!
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Heidi’s Answer

Good morning! Work as a CRNA is exciting and challenging. I have worked in many different clinical settings. As a CRNA you have the ability to work as an independent provider as the sole anesthesia provider (typically rural settings) and you are responsible doe the entire process starting with anesthesia patient chart review, interviewing, anesthesia plan, anesthesia delivery and post anesthesia recovery. In metropolitan settings you will be a team member whose primary role is the intra surgical anesthesia delivery. The CRNA has the same scope of practice as an anesthesiologist. It’s a great career!
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