Clinical Practicum

0-1 Credits · Level: Graduate

The clinical sequence begins in the second year and continues for six semesters until graduation, during which the SRNA will be assigned in the clinical arena for 4 days/ week. Clinical practicums I and II the SRNA will be paired 1:1 with a CRNA or anesthesiologist to master basic technical skills while being introduced to the professional role of the CRNA in clinical practice. During clinical practicum III call experiences will be added to the clinical schedule and continue throughout the remaining clinical practicum sequence. The clinical sequence is designed to increase the level of independence, advancing to a 1:2 ratio as dictated by the SRNA’s skill level and patient acuity/complexity. The SRNA evaluates patients, plans and administers anesthesia care throughout the perioperative care continuum incorporating culturally relevant information. Conferences and seminars are included. Clinical rotations through multiple clinical sites expose the SRNA to all clinical requirements of the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs while offering the SRNA a variety of rich clinical experiences to meet the eligibility requirements of admission to the certification examination.