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Nevada Practice Law & Requirements

Are advanced degrees currently required?

An applicant for initial approval as a certified registered nurse anesthetist . . . [after] (a) June 1, 1988, must submit evidence that he has received a
baccalaureate degree in nursing; or (b) June 1, 2005, must submit evidence that he has received a master’s degree in nursing or anesthetic care.” [NevadaAdmin. Code (NAC), sec. 632.515, subsec. 2]

Out-of-State Applicants: “Any person seeking to be approved as a certified registered nurse anesthetist in this state and who is approved as a certified
registered nurse anesthetist, or its equivalent, in another jurisdiction must comply with all the requirements set forth in NAC 632.500 to 632.550  board of nursing regulations regarding CRNAs], inclusive.” [Nevada Admin. Code (NAC), sec. 632.520]

Is there an explicit new graduate provision?

A recent graduate of an accredited program for training as a nurse anesthetist may apply for temporary approval to practice as a nurse anesthetist. If temporary approval is granted, the applicant must take the first examination for certification available. During the period of temporary approval, the
applicant must practice under the direct supervision of a currently certified registered nurse anesthetist…. The temporary approval expires automatically . . . if the applicant fails the examination; or if the applicant does not take the first examination available.” [Regulations of the Board of Nursing, sec. 632.535(1) and (3)(b)-(c)]

Do dentists require a permit/training to use a CRNA?

State Dental Board Permit Status for CRNA Practice in Dental Offices Map

Do CRNAs have prescriptive authority?

CRNA Prescriptive Authority Map

New DEA MATE Act Requirements

Congress has passed the MATE Act requiring all CRNAs who need to renew or are applying for a DEA license to complete a one-time training (totaling 8 hours) on managing patients with substance use disorders. View our FAQs below to learn more about this requirement and for information about our new DEA Bundle to help you meet this requirement.

FAQs

  • Who is required to complete these requirements?
    CRNAs renewing their DEA license or applying for an initial DEA license.
  • Can AANA help me fulfill these requirements?
    Yes, AANA has developed a collection of CE offerings to satisfy these requirements which includes 8 Class A CE (designated as 8 pharmacology credits). This bundle will be available to stream starting June 7 but can be preordered through CKN.
  • When do I need to complete these requirements?
    Starting on June 27, 2023, all CRNAs who are applying for a new DEA license or are renewing their DEA license.
  • The AANA is not listed as an approved provider. Will CE offered by the AANA meet this requirement?
    Yes, through our accreditation with the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), AANA meets the requirements to offer these CE credits.
  • How do I report the completion of this requirement?
    CRNAs will self-report completion during their DEA licensing process. CRNAs who complete DEA Bundle through the AANA will receive individual certificates documenting the completion of the training. This should be retained as proof of training.

Do Anesthesiologist Assistants (AAs) have authority to practice?

AA Practice Authority Map

Has Nevada opted out of the federal supervision requirement?

Opt-Out Map

 

 

Are physician office settings regulated in my state?

CRNA Physician Office Setting Map

State Licensure

An applicant for initial approval as a CRNA must meet specified educational and administrative requirements. [Nevada Admin. Code, sec. 632.515]
“If the board finds that the applicant has met all the appropriate requirements set forth in [the Nevada SBON R&R], he will be issued a certificate of recognition as a certified registered nurse anesthetist.” [Nevada Admin. Code, sec. 632.530]