Although non-medical professionals might not realize it there are different types of nurses working in hospitals and in medical facilities today and although most may be dressed in similar yet colorful Angelica scrubs, there are a few different options for people who are interested in a nursing career. A CRNA or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist is one of the highest paying nursing specialties and are essentially a nurse that helps to take care of anesthesia during a surgical encounter. A nurse practitioner is another type of nurse that helps with patient care while being directed by a licensed physician.