What Is the Average Salary for a Working Surgical CRNA?
A certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA) has earned a bachelor's and master's degree in nursing and has passed a national certifying exam. Among her duties is the administration of anesthesia to patients during surgical procedures. The key factors influencing her salary are experience and job type.
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National Average
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The national yearly average for a CRNA is between $101,542 and $154,425, according to PayScale survey data from October 2010. These figures include possible bonuses, commissions and profit-sharing options.
Salary by Experience
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A CRNA who has been employed for less than one year earns a median yearly salary of $95,710 to $139,428. With one to four years of experience, this range is between $97,471 and $135,978 and with five to nine years of experience, the range is $111,773 to $154,238 per year. The median salary is $120,928 to $159,349 with 10 to 19 years of experience and a CRNA who has been employed more than 20 years earns $124,125 to $160,162 per year, according to PayScale data from October 2010.
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Salary by Job
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There are different jobs available for individuals who hold a CRNA certification and there is a significant difference in salaries. According to PayScale, a nurse anesthetist (CRNA) earns a median yearly salary between $107,526 and $151,221, whereas, a chief nNurse anesthetist (CRNA) earns between $137,628 and $173,419 per year, as of October 2010.
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