what does crna stand for in medical terms
Pay is less for CRNAs but I hear so is the amount of malpractice paid out. Don't know if being an RN automatically makes one a part of a clique so to speak. I would suggest speaking with both an RN and a CRNA to get a better idea of their job. In order to become a CRNA you will have to practice as a RN for about 2 years in either the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) or the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) before you are allowed to apply to the program. CRNA stands for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. A CRNA is a masters level prepared advanced practice nurse (APN). The program takes about 3-4 years to complete depending on whether the person goes full or part time.