Series: CRNA Careers

Ep 118: A CRNA’s Light In the Darkness featuring Steve James, CRNA

March 4, 2021March 3, 2021 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Podcast

The loss of a child can be the greatest weight a parent can carry through life, but Steve James, CRNA, and his wife turned a tragedy into a world-changing mission. ... Read more

Ep 117: A Hand Up! How Dr. Lena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FAAN is Improving Diversity in Nurse Anesthesia

February 25, 2021February 25, 2021 CRNA Careers, Podcast

When you look at areas of the nurse anesthesia profession that need improvement, diversity would be near the top of that list. Thanks to Dr. Lena Gould, EdD, CRNA, FAAN, ... Read more

Ep 116: Importance of Mentoring in CRNA Leadership Development

February 18, 2021February 18, 2021 CRNA Careers, Podcast

For more than 20 years, the AANA Mentorship Program has played an integral role in the development of young CRNAs thanks to both the mentors and mentees that have committed ... Read more

Ep 115: Summit Your Everest – A CRNA’s Story of Peaks, Valleys, and World Records

February 11, 2021February 11, 2021 CRNA Careers, Podcast

If you’re in the need for inspiration, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a better story than the one that Jeanne Stawiecki, CRNA, will tell on this episode. Thanks to the ... Read more

Ep 114: Crucibles of Leadership – Overcoming Fear, Doubt, and Uncertainty to Find Your Voice with AANA CEO Dr. Randall Moore

February 4, 2021February 4, 2021 CRNA Careers, Podcast

Being the lead of an organization like the AANA takes a special set of leadership skills, but reaching that point doesn’t come without obstacles like uncertainty and doubt. Join us ... Read more

Ep 111: Finally! Two South Dakota CRNAs Elected to State Legislatures

January 14, 2021January 13, 2021 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Podcast, Political Conversations

While there’s plenty we want to forget about 2020, there was also a bit of history we want to spotlight. Sydney Davis, CRNA, and Taylor Rehfeldt, CRNA, became the first ... Read more

Ep 107: Mrs. Georgia American Using Her Platform for CRNA Awareness and Support for Healthcare Workers

December 17, 2020December 15, 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic, CRNA Careers

Today we want to introduce you to Christen Roberts, CRNA, who lives in Atlanta. She’s also dealt with the stress and anxiety from this year, but she’s also made it ... Read more

Ep 106: The Impact of COVID 19 on Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs with Erin Martin, CRNA, DNP

December 10, 2020December 8, 2020 COVID-19 Pandemic, CRNA Careers

The wide-ranging effects of COVID on the healthcare system have been well-documented, but what impact is this pandemic having on nurse anesthesia students and educational programs? Erin Martin, CRNA, DNP, ... Read more

Ep 105: Nursing, Policy and Politics with Minnesota State Senator Erin Murphy, RN

December 3, 2020December 1, 2020 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Political Conversations

As we’ve learned in 2020, having more nurses in leadership and decision-making positions would benefit the entire country greatly. One nurse that’s embracing their power to bring change is Erin ... Read more

Ep 102: What Does Gen X, Y, and Me Believe is the Future of Nurse Anesthesia Profession?

November 12, 2020November 11, 2020 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Podcast

What can be done to motivate and engage the younger generations of CRNAs to be active and involved? We put together a panel for the CANA to discuss the future ... Read more

Ep 101: How Ketamine Infusion Therapy is Treating Mental Health

November 5, 2020November 4, 2020 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Podcast

groundbreaking results with the introduction of dissociative therapies. This episode hopes to shed light on the use of ketamine for mental health and chronic pain relief and put an ... Read more

Ep 100: Driving Innovation & Technology in Healthcare with Shawna Butler, RN, MBA

October 29, 2020October 27, 2020 CRNA Careers, Current Events, Podcast

We’re celebrating 100 episodes with a fascinating look to the future of health. Shawna Butler, RN, MBA, has been leading the charge towards merging clinical care, technology, and sustainable business ... Read more

Ep 98: Why Nurses Make Effective Elected Officials at Every Level of Government

October 15, 2020September 25, 2020 CRNA Careers, Podcast, Political Conversations

Politics carry a connotation that’s gotten worse in recent years, but that’s why it’s even more important for nurses to be a part of the decision-making process. As we continue ... Read more

Ep 89: CRNA Advocacy and GRC Efforts with Debbie Barber, DNP, CRNA

August 13, 2020October 12, 2020 CRNA Careers, Podcast, Political Conversations

Gaining a seat at the table is something our profession is working diligently to achieve so CRNAs can advocate for everyone on a local, state, or federal level. This year ... Read more

Ep 84: Promoting Professional Wellness with NCANA President Linda Stone, DNP, CRNA

July 16, 2020July 14, 2020 CRNA Careers

Now more than ever, putting a focus on your wellness needs to be a priority for every CRNA. We all deal with stress and fa-tigue each day so giving our ... Read more

Ep 80: Leader From the Start – Lessons Learned From a State Presidency with Julie Linton, MSN, CRNA

June 18, 2020June 12, 2020 CE Credit, CRNA Careers

The continued growth of the CRNA profession will rely on the young generation taking charge and leading the way, and that’s exactly what Julie Linton, MSN, CRNA, is doing as ... Read more

Ep 66: Nursing & Public Policy: Why Nurses Need to Be Involved with Lt. Governor of Delaware

March 26, 2020March 25, 2020 CRNA Careers, Podcast

Nursing continues to grow its presence in politics and no one represents those achievements better than Bethany Hall-Long. The Lt. Governor of Delaware became the first nurse in the country ... Read more

Ep 65: The Road to State Presidency with Jackie Rowles, CRNA, Tracy Castleman, CRNA, & Carole Doyscher, CRNA

March 19, 2020March 9, 2020 CRNA Careers, Podcast

Have you ever aspired to be the association president in your state but aren’t completely sure how to get there? We brought together four former state presidents for a roundtable ... Read more

Ep 46: Employment Contract Issues CRNAs Need to Understand with Mark Silberman

November 7, 2019February 20, 2020 CE Credit, CRNA Careers

Accepting a new job is such a rewarding feeling that motivates you to get to work and continue growing your career, but understanding your employment contract first is vital. Mark ... Read more

Ep #40: Strategies for Handling Media Interviews with Communications Expert Chris Bettin

September 26, 2019September 23, 2019 CRNA Careers, Podcast

As CRNAs, we don’t have a lot of experience dealing with the media or being in front of the camera. We’re used to working behind a closed door and out ... Read more