Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

Our Doctor of Nursing Practice - Nurse Anesthesia (DNP-NA) program equips you for comprehensive nurse anesthesia practice across various clinical environments, including hospitals, outpatient surgery centers, and physician offices. Guided by seasoned practitioners and leading nurse researchers, our DNP-NA integrates cutting-edge science with real-world applications. The program faculty—many of whom are alumni—are practicing nurse anesthetists dedicated to advancing your education and professional growth. Under the mentorship of skilled nurse anesthetists and anesthesiologists, you'll develop critical thinking abilities for both independent and team-based clinical decisions. You'll refine your techniques in our advanced simulation center, mastering procedures such as administering regional anesthetics, operating fiber optic intubation devices, inserting central venous and pulmonary artery catheters, placing chest tubes, utilizing ultrasound guidance, performing needle cricothyroidotomies, and positioning double-lumen endotracheal tubes. Additionally, you'll encounter scenarios spanning from routine challenges to uncommon situations.