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We’re excited to sit down with a distinguished CRNA and a leader in our profession for our first interview. Jackie Rowles, DNP, CRNA, NSPM-C, FAANA has devoted much of her life to pain management and it’s taken her to the height of the profession. She’s currently the president of the International Federation of Nurse Anesthetists and formerly served as the AANA president, making her a pivotal figure in global advocacy and education.
Dr. Rowles began her career as a nurse anesthetist in 1994, and her path has been anything but conventional. She transitioned into pain management in 2002, and when she was recruited by a group of neurosurgeons to open a pain clinic, she found herself at the forefront of a specialization that was still in its infancy. Her dedication and pioneering spirit led to the establishment of advanced pain management fellowships, offering CRNAs the opportunity to further specialize and enhance their practice.
Today she opens up on her fascinating journey through pain management and offers up incredible advice and insight that any young CRNA can benefit from.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
- How her father, a surgeon from Iran, inspired her to become a nurse anesthetist.
- Her advice for students who want to be more involved in healthcare and leadership positions beyond outside of the operating room.
- The different types of fellowships for CRNAs and what that process looks like.
- How does CRNA school today compare to what schooling was like when she was going through.
- What advice does she have for faculty to ensure students have resources for wellness?
What’s the scope of practice for CRNAs outside of the United States?
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"It's stressful and it's hard. So I think just being positive, being resilient. And I always say this to the people we're interviewing, you’ve got to learn to forgive yourself, too, because we're all embarrassed if we make a mistake or we don't do as well as we want on a test. But instead you just forgive yourself, find out what I need to do to be better…Iif you make a mistake, admit it, learn from it, move on and just be prepared."
- Dr.. Jackie Rowles, IFNA PRESIDENT
