The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) is a national professional association representing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and student nurse anesthetists. Founded in 1931, its mission is to advance patient safety and excellence in anesthesia care through advocacy, education, practice support, and research.
Healthcare workforce policy, scope of practice and licensure laws, Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement, veterans’ health policy, patient safety standards, opioid and pain management policy, and regulatory matters affecting advanced practice registered nurses
Membership dues, educational program revenue, conferences, publications, and related professional services
American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology Foundation, state nurse anesthesiology associations, National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA)
Non-profit professional association
