According to the AANA Standards for Nurse Anesthesia Practice, who is responsible for determining when a patient is ready to be transferred to another provider?

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is responsible for determining when a patient is ready to be transferred to another provider according to the AANA Standards for Nurse Anesthesia Practice. This responsibility underscores the CRNA's role in patient assessment and clinical judgment, ensuring that the patient's safety and well-being are prioritized during the transition of care.

The CRNA must evaluate the patient's condition, stability, and readiness for transfer, which involves a thorough understanding of anesthesia management and the potential risks involved in moving a patient to another care setting. This standard reinforces the autonomy and accountability of CRNAs in their practice, as they are trained to monitor and manage patients effectively throughout the perioperative period.

Other roles, such as the supervising physician or the receiving nurse, have their responsibilities but are not primarily tasked with making the final decision on transfer readiness. The nurse manager typically oversees staff and operations within a specific unit rather than individual patient assessments during transitions of care. Thus, the CRNA's expertise positions them as the optimal provider to make this critical decision.