Working as a CRNA in Michigan

Michigan offers CRNAs a strong practice environment because the state is home to several major hospital systems and teaching facilities that rely heavily on nurse anesthetists. CRNAs in Michigan routinely practice in Level I Trauma Centers, large health systems, and specialty surgical facilities, including Michigan Medicine (University of Michigan Health), Henry Ford Health, Beaumont Health, Corewell Health, Trinity Health, and Detroit Medical Center. These facilities employ CRNAs in a wide range of settings such as cardiac programs, trauma services, outpatient surgery, and critical access hospitals.

Michigan requires CRNAs to practice under physician supervision. Nurse anesthetists are not recognized as independent practitioners, and anesthesia services must comply with both state scope-of-practice rules and facility credentialing policies. Although supervision is required, CRNAs in Michigan perform a high level of clinical responsibility, and the state has a long history of utilizing CRNAs to expand anesthesia services in both urban and rural hospitals.

Competitive salaries, continued demand for anesthesia providers, and a wide variety of clinical practice environments make Michigan an appealing choice for CRNAs. The presence of major academic medical systems and professional advocacy organizations also supports career advancement, education, and clinical specialization across the state.

Education and Certification

• Educational Requirement: CRNAs must complete a doctoral degree from an accredited nurse anesthesia program.
• Certification: After graduation, candidates must pass the National Certification Examination (NCE) administered by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA).

Licensure

• Michigan License: CRNAs must hold a valid Michigan Registered Nurse (RN) license and apply for CRNA certification through the Michigan Board of Nursing.
• Renewal: The NBCRNA Recertification Process for All Practicing CRNAs .

Scope of Practice

• Autonomy: CRNAs in Michigan can practice independently, providing anesthesia care without physician supervision.
• Prescriptive Authority: CRNAs may be authorized to prescribe medications as part of their practice.

Collaboration

CRNA-only model, Collaborative Care Model, and Anesthesia Care (ACT) Model.

State Regulations

CRNAs should stay updated on any changes in state laws and regulations affecting their practice. For current information, check out the Michigan Board of Nursing and Michigan CRNA Association.