SRNA

Medical abbreviation · Healthcare Credential

SRNA
Stands forStudent registered nurse anesthetist
CategoriesMedical

SRNA stands for Student registered nurse anesthetist, a healthcare credential abbreviation.

Registered nurse enrolled in a nurse anesthesia program, gaining clinical experience under supervision of CRNAs and anesthesiologists. Students rotate through operating rooms, obstetrics and specialty cases during a doctoral program.

Example: SRNA performing intubation under direct supervision of the CRNA preceptor.

Usage notes

Applicants are experienced critical care nurses, and programs are rigorous, with thousands of hours of clinical training. Patients may be told that a student will be part of their anesthesia team. SRNAs sign records with their student title.

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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.