CRNA Careers in California
Salary data, licensure requirements, practice authority, and credentialing details for CRNAs practicing in California.
Median CRNA Salary
$264,000
COL-adjusted: $185,915
Practice Authority
Restricted
CMS supervision required
State Income Tax
9.3%
~$24,552/yr at median
In-House Call Rate
$1,500
Home call: $650
Compensation in California
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for Nurse Anesthetists (SOC 29-1151).
Salary Range
Call Compensation
If your contract bundles call into base salary, you may be leaving $72,000 per year on the table. Separate call pay is standard.
Practice Authority & Licensure
Practice Authority
California requires CRNAs to have a collaborative agreement or supervisory arrangement. The scope of independent decision-making varies by facility.
Licensure
CRNAs in California hold an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license. Requirements include active RN license, NBCRNA certification, and state-specific application. Processing times vary from 4-12 weeks.
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Other Restricted Practice States
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