The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers anesthetics under the supervision of a licensed physician, licensed dentist, or other person lawfully entitled to order anesthesia. Hospitals or institutions may permit a CRNA to act as their agent and order controlled substances. CRNAs may then order drugs preoperatively and postoperatively in connection with the anesthetic and/or other operative procedure or invasive procedure. The CRNA is responsible for complying with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations related to medications. Requirements: 1) Must possess an active license as a Registered Nurse in Arkansas or privilege to practice on a Registered Nurse compact state license. 2) Satisfactory completion, beyond general nursing preparation, of a formal graduate level education program which meets the standards of the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs or other nationally recognized accrediting body. 3) Current certification by a national certifying body recognized by the Board. 4) Criminal background check and FBI fingerprint check required. 5) Exam applicants must have practiced a minimum of 2,000 hours as an RN. Written and oral examinations required. License fee: $125.00 initial, Renewal fee: $65.00 biennially, Temporary Permit fee: $30.00
