NURSE ANESTHETIST

STRENGTHEN YOUR SKILLS AS A CRNA IN ARMY MEDICINE

If you are looking to pursue a career in nursing that combines science with patient care. Being a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and officer in the U.S. Army Nurse Corps will offer you both, and much more.

Outstanding Skills Gained

You'll provide specialized care to patients requiring general anesthesia, respiratory care, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and fluid therapy. As a member of the Army health care team, you'll be making a difference in the health of our servicemembers, retirees and their families. And, if you choose the Army Reserve, you can continue to work in your community and serve when called upon. For either path you may choose, join us and work alongside professionals at the top of their fields while helping expand the boundaries of medicine.

Outstanding Benefits

In addition, there are many benefits and incentives you may gain as part of Army nursing: Advanced education, full-tuition scholarships; school loan repayment programs; travel opportunities - to include humanitarian missions; leadership training and responsibilities; an impressive sign-on bonus and a competitive benefits package.

• Qualified nurses in specific fields may be eligible for bonus payment at their first duty station
• Repayment of qualifying educational loans to lending institutions paid over three years
• No- or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family
• Enrollment into the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System
• 30 days of paid vacation earned annually
• Commissary and post exchange shopping privileges
• Specialized training to become a leader in medicine

• Must have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or an Advanced Nursing Degree (ADN)
• Be a graduate of a nursing program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), or accepted by the National League of Nursing (NLN) (if an older degree). CRNA degree must be accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA)
• Must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and board certifications
• Must hold a RN that is current, valid, active and unrestricted license to practice nursing
• Must have license to practice medicine in the United States, District of Columbia or Puerto Rico
• Must be eligibility for board certification
• Must be between 21 and 42 years of age
• Must be a U.S. citizen for Active Duty
• Must have permanent U.S. Residency for Reserve duty officers

Outstanding Advanced Education Opportunity

The U.S. Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing is a full tuition, Doctor of Nursing program offered through Baylor University. The USAGPAN program is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA). Students selected are commissioned as an Active-duty Soldier and receive full pay and allowances commensurate with their rank assigned during the entire program. Applicants must have at least one year of Critical Care Nursing experience as defined by the Council of Accreditation (COA), with competitive Graduate Record Exam scores. Contact your local Army Healthcare Recruiter who can provide additional information on the application process. Learn more about the USAGPAN program, qualifying requirements, and curriculum by visiting

Have questions or want more information?

To find out more information about becoming a U.S. Army Nurse Anesthetist, visit You may also reach out to your local Army Healthcare Recruiter to learn how you can get started on your journey as an Army CRNA.