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Position Statement
Professional Attributes of the CRNA (Position Statement)
Last AANA revision: 2022
Our paraphrased summary. The text below is our own condensed phrasing for board review, derived from the AANA Practice Manual document of the same name. The AANA document is the authoritative source — read it on aana.com for legally-binding language.
Defines core professional attributes expected of all CRNAs: clinical competence, ethical practice, lifelong learning, communication, leadership, advocacy.
Key points
- 1.Maintain NBCRNA MAC certification (formerly CPC) + continuing education throughout career (60 MAC Ed + 40 MAC Dev per 4 yr; MAC Check longitudinal assessment spanning the 8-yr cycle)
- 2.Practice within scope + facility privileges
- 3.Patient advocacy in all settings — including challenging surgeons or institutions
- 4.Mentorship of students + junior colleagues
- 5.Engagement with state + national professional organization
This is an exam-prep summary, not a substitute for the full AANA document. Read the source at aana.com for authoritative wording. Education only.