Nebraska CRNA License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Nebraska
CRNA: state has opted out of the CMS Medicare physician-supervision requirement (February 2002); CRNAs may administer anesthesia without physician supervision under Medicare. State scope of practice may add requirements.
Prescriptive Authority: Neb. Rev. Stat. 38-711(1): total anesthesia care performed by the CRNA in consultation and collaboration with and with the consent of the licensed practitioner (physician); selection/administration of anesthetic techniques per 38-711(2)(c).
1 Education Requirements
Degree Required
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Note: As of January 1, 2025, entry-level nurse anesthetist programs must be doctoral (DNP or DNAP). CRNAs educated prior to this date with an MSN remain eligible.
Program Requirements
- Complete accredited Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist program
- Hold active RN license in the state
- Clinical hours as specified by program
2 National Certification
Certification Body
NBCRNA
Required
Yes
National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists
3 Fees
Initial Licensure
| Application Fee | $68 |
| Total | $50 |
Renewal
| Renewal Fee (every 2 years) | $65 |
Prerequisites
To become a CRNA in Nebraska, you must first hold an active RN license and typically have ICU experience. Nebraska is a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so you may hold a multistate RN license.
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