Nurse Anesthetists
SOC Code: 29-1151 Job Zone 5: Extensive Preparation Needed
Administer anesthesia, monitor patient's vital signs, and oversee patient recovery from anesthesia. May assist anesthesiologists, surgeons, other physicians, or dentists. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Nurse Anesthetists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glens Falls, NY | $234,811 | $276,682 | $318,573 | $360,443 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $181,168 | $236,205 | $291,262 | $346,299 |
| Capital/Northern New York nonmetropolitan area | $219,544 | $261,331 | $303,098 | $344,885 |
| Albany, OR | $152,755 | $213,720 | $274,664 | $335,629 |
| Parkersburg-Vienna, WV | $199,347 | $243,901 | $288,475 | $333,029 |
| Central East New York nonmetropolitan area | $222,310 | $259,002 | $295,714 | $332,405 |
| Barnstable Town, MA | $183,789 | $230,485 | $277,181 | $323,877 |
| Coastal Plains Region of Texas nonmetropolitan area | $173,098 | $222,789 | $272,459 | $322,150 |
| Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL | $154,378 | $209,893 | $265,408 | $320,923 |
| Worcester, MA | $220,355 | $253,843 | $287,331 | $320,819 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 4.1 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.1 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 4.0 | |
| Judgment and Decision Making | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 4.0 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.9 | |
| Science | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Dentistry | 4.8 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.6 |
| Biology | 4.6 |
| Chemistry | 4.3 |
| Education and Training | 4.3 |
| Mathematics | 4.3 |
| English Language | 4.2 |
| Psychology | 4.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Post-first professional | 55.6% |
| Doctoral degree | 40.7% |
| First professional degree (MD, JD) | 3.7% |
Typical Tasks
- Administer post-anesthesia medications or fluids to support patients' cardiovascular systems.
- Evaluate patients' post-surgical or post-anesthesia responses, taking appropriate corrective actions or requesting consultation if complications occur.
- Perform pre-anesthetic screenings, including physical evaluations and patient interviews, and document results.
- Select and prescribe post-anesthesia medications or treatments to patients.
- Select, order, or administer pre-anesthetic medications.
- Discharge patients from post-anesthesia care.
- Perform or evaluate the results of diagnostic tests, such as radiographs (x-rays) and electrocardiograms (EKGs).
- Manage patients' airway or pulmonary status, using techniques such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy, and extubation.
Technology Skills
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