Nurse Anesthetist Major

Description: A program that prepares registered nurses to administer anesthetics and provide care for patients before, during and after anesthesia. Includes instruction in the biochemistry and physics of anesthesia; advanced anatomy and physiology; clinical pharmacology of anesthetics and adjunctive drugs; pain management; acute care and operating room practice; clinical technology and procedures; emergency intervention; patient assessment and education; and legal issues. Is Nurse Anesthetist the right major for you?
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Nurse Anesthetist Major

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Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$66,010

Median Hourly Wage

$31.74*

Total Employed Nationally

54,050


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.