A day in the life of a CRNA | Behind the scenes in anesthesia

In this video, I share what a typical day looks like as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) — from patient assessments and anesthesia plans to intraoperative management and recovery handoffs. While no two days are the same, this episode offers a realistic glimpse into the clinical responsibilities, workflows, and challenges CRNAs face daily.

CRNAs work in a wide variety of environments — from busy trauma centers and outpatient surgery centers to rural hospitals and office-based anesthesia settings. Our schedules are equally diverse: 8s, 10s, 24s, call shifts, PRN, and locum work — offering flexibility, autonomy, and adaptability.

Whether you're considering CRNA school, already on your path, or exploring advanced practice nursing options, this behind-the-scenes perspective provides insight into the critical role CRNAs play in modern anesthesia care.

🔹 Topics covered:

Common case types and daily workflow

Interdisciplinary collaboration in the OR

Scheduling variability across CRNA practice settings

Key clinical responsibilities and decision-making

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