Nevada CRNA License Requirements
Complete guide to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in Nevada
CRNA: state has NOT opted out of the CMS Medicare physician-supervision requirement; physician supervision is required for CRNA anesthesia services under Medicare. State scope may differ.
Prescriptive Authority: NRS 632.2397: CRNA may order/prescribe controlled substances & dangerous drugs only under supervision of a physician (NRS ch. 630/633); subsec. 2 bars ordering/prescribing except as so authorized.
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
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.
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Based on 6 official sources • Last verified: July 2026