CRNA Advanced Practice

Nevada CRNA License Requirements

Complete guide to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Nevada

Processing Time
4-8 weeks
Initial Cost
$200
Renewal Period
2 years
Practice Authority
full
Full Practice Authority

Full practice authority without physician oversight

Prescriptive Authority: Schedule II prescribing requires 2 years physician supervision or 2,000 hrs prescribing

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 $200
Total $200

Renewal

Renewal Fee (every 2 years) $200

Continuing Education Requirements

45
Contact hours required
2 years
Renewal cycle

Pharmacology: 15 hours required

4 cultural competency required; 1,000 practice hours in 5 years

Prerequisites

To become a CRNA in Nevada, you must first hold an active RN license and typically have ICU experience. Nevada requires a state-specific RN license.

State Board of Nursing

Official Name
Nevada State Board of Nursing
Phone
888-590-6726

Highest Paid APRN

CRNAs are among the highest-paid nursing professionals, with an average salary of $203,000+ nationally.

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Based on 1 official sources Last verified: January 2026