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The nation's 30,000 CRNAs are among the most highly educated and highly compensated of advanced nurse professionals. The American Association of Nurse Anesthetists reports that the average CRNA salary in 2001 was more than $113,000 and that it's risen 6 percent annually. To further sweeten the income pot, CRNAs are now so well-trusted that their malpractice liability premiums are 39 percent lower than they were 15 years ago. In addition, some states are allowing CRNAs to practice without physician supervision. CRNAs work in all settings, from hospitals to private offices. Most states require CRNAs to hold an MSN from an accredited program in the field. CRNAs must also be licensed and certified. Certified Nurse-Midwives Approximately 7,000 CNMs provide prenatal and gynecological care to women, deliver babies and provide postpartum care. In 2002, the most current year for which data is available from the National Center for Health Statistics, there were more than 307,000 CNM-attended births in the US. While the majority of midwife-attended births still occur in hospitals, CNMs also practice in birthing centers and oversee home births. Many work as independent business people, either as solo practitioners or in partnership with an OB/GYN or other CNMs. Most states require CNMs to be RNs, master's prepared. Independent practices offer two major advantages, say CNMs. First, their generally well-educated patients tend to treat nurse-midwives -- whom they view as healthcare partners -- with confidence and respect. Second, the CNM can provide continuity of care into the post-partum setting. The downside? Some independent CNMs say they earn less than they would in a hospital. The American College of Nurse-Midwives estimates that full-time CNMs make approximately $60,000 to $90,000 a year. Clinical Nurse Specialists CNSes are "expert clinicians in a specialized area of nursing," according to the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists (NACNS). CNSes can specialize in a specific disease (such as cancer), population (such as women or children), setting (such as an ER), type of care (such as rehab) or type of problem (such as pain). The NACNS reports that almost 70,000 RNs have received the education (a master's or PhD) and certification to practice as CNSes, and more than 14,000 are also nurse practitioners. As of 2000, salaries averaged almost $51,000. The NACNS has information on state requirements and various specialty certifications. If one of these opportunities appeals to you, interview colleagues currently practicing in your area of interest, and check with professional associations to determine the next steps you must take to advance your career.
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