Nurse Anesthetists
Role Overview
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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Salary by State (top paying)
| State | Median salary |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $292,390 |
| Washington | $276,110 |
| Vermont | $272,180 |
| Alaska | $268,970 |
| New Jersey | $268,310 |
| West Virginia | $267,220 |
| New York | $266,710 |
| Wisconsin | $264,400 |
| New Hampshire | $257,980 |
| Illinois | $254,350 |
| Oregon | $253,220 |
| Minnesota | $246,930 |
| Delaware | $236,800 |
| Michigan | $234,520 |
| Indiana | $233,200 |
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Median Annual Salary
$223,210
Projected Growth (10yr)
+8.6%
Avg. annual openings
2.7k
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