Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Advance your career in anesthesia while serving part-time in the U.S. Army Reserve.

As a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) in the Army Reserve, you’ll bring your skills to a mission-focused team—caring for soldiers and supporting medical readiness while maintaining your full-time civilian career. It’s a unique opportunity to lead in your profession, gain access to advanced training, and give back in a powerful way.

What You’ll Do:

Provide anesthesia care for surgical, trauma, and emergency cases

Support humanitarian missions and disaster response

Train with elite medical professionals in military and civilian settings

Develop leadership and crisis-response skills

Army Reserve Benefits Include:

💰 Up to $250,000 in student loan repayment

🩺 Pay and allowances for part-time service

🏥 Access to military medical facilities and advanced equipment

🎓 Continuous professional education and leadership development

📈 Build a competitive, unique résumé alongside your civilian role

✈️ Opportunities to travel and serve communities in need

Time Commitment:

Serve one weekend a month and two weeks a year—your civilian job and lifestyle stay intact.

Qualifications:

U.S. citizen

Doctoral degree from an accredited CRNA program

Active RN and CRNA licenses

Meet Army Reserve medical and physical standards

Why Join?

As a CRNA in the Army Reserve, you’ll practice at the top of your license, lead in high-pressure environments, and serve with purpose—all while keeping your career exactly where you want it.