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Are you ready to support the next generation of CRNAs as they transition into their professional careers? The transition from student to practicing CRNA can be overwhelming, filled with challenges that require effective support systems. Today we welcome back Laura Ardizzone, DNP, CRNA, DCC and Kirsten Meister, DNP, CRNA to share their expertise on effective strategies to provide support and offer perspectives on how to build a strong foundation for a successful career in anesthesia.
Laura is the Director of Nurse Anesthesia Services at Memorial Sloan Kettering and Kirsten is the Assistant Director at the same institution and have onboarded more than 150 CRNAs. We’ll lean on that experience to highlight the critical role of mentorship, where seasoned CRNAs guide newcomers through the complexities of anesthesia practice, offering advice tailored to their unique needs. We’ll also explore the differences in onboarding new graduates versus mid-career professionals.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from some talented CRNAs and discover how you can contribute to the development of future anesthesia professionals.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
- How to talk with the younger generation versus established CRNAs.
- The strategies they’ve found to be successful when onboarding people.
- The mentor program they’ve created and why it’s been successful.
- What hasn’t been successful?
- What are some of the challenges new CRNAs face outside of giving anesthesia?
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"Finding your place in the department and your voice to advocate for you and your patient is crucial."
- Laura Ardizzone, DNP, CRNA, DCC
