Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs Jeremy Stanley

We’re excited to add another chapter to our Courage to Lead series with 1998-99 AANA President Linda Williams, JD, CRNA. In this episode, Sharon and guest host Tracy Castleman, DNP, CRNA, APN-A, FAANA sit down with Linda to reminisce about her experiences, offering listeners a rare glimpse into the heart of a leader who has truly been through the fire. Join us for a candid discussion about the supervision issue, the importance of mentorship, and the vital role of professionalism.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
What she remembers most from a tumultuous year as president.
The battle she fought over the supervision issue.
How and why the mentoring program got started under Linda.
Why professionalism was always a huge focus for her.
The responsibility of past leaders to respect and support the current leadership.
The big lessons she learned and took away from her time as president.
 
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Today ​we're ​delving ​in ​the ​heart ​of ​all ​matters ​concerning ​the ​American ​Association of Nurse Anesthesiology, ​and ​we're ​privileged ​to ​be ​joined ​by ​two ​prominent ​guests. AANA President Dru Riddle, PhD, DNP, CRNA, FAAN and AANA CEO Bill Bruce, CAE join us for a candid and informative discussion about the organization’s priorities.
Get a glimpse into the strategic vision propelling the AANA forward and the innovative initiatives designed to cultivate the next generation of CRNAs.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The current state of the workforce and the factors leading to a shortage of CRNAs.
What is the AANA doing to help cater to RNs who are showing interest in becoming CRNAs?
The AANA membership recently passed a bylaw that allows for a new membership category.
The focus on making membership meaningful and useful.
An update on reimbursement.
The latest on the Rm8 initiative.
AANA has launched a new education edge learning management system.
 
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It’s another special edition of Beyond the Mask where we let you hear directly from the candidates running for various AANA offices in the upcoming fiscal year. This year we recoded the speeches when they were given in front of a live audience at the Mid-Year Assembly. From advocating for full practice authority to enhancing member engagement, each candidate shares their unique vision for advancing the profession. Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from those who aspire to shape the future of nurse anesthesiology.
 
Don’t forget that voting for these candidates is now open! Here’s the link to let your voice be heard: https://www.aana.com/membership/elections-and-governance/governance/election-center/candidates/
 
 
Here are the candidates we’ll hear from:
Director Candidates:
Daniel King, DNP, MNA, APRN, CRNA, CPPS, CNE - Illinois
Erik Rauch, DNP, MBA, CRNA, NSPM-C - Florida
Ann Miller, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA - Florida
Sherry Bernardo, DNP, MHA, CRNA - North Carolina
Jason Bauer, MSN, RN, CRNA, PHRN, FAANA - Pennsylvania
Howie Goodwin, DNAP, MSN, CRNA, CHSE, FAANA - Virginia
Dee Bender, DNAP, CRNA, MNNA, ARNP - Washington
Lew Bennett, DNP, CRNA - Pennsylvania
Erin Foley, DNAP, MSNA, CRNA, FAANA - Maine
Susan Hall, DNP, CRNA - Massachusetts
Debra Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA - Florida
William Howell, DNP, CRNA - Georgia
 
Treasurer Candidate:
Jennifer Banek, MSN, CRNA - Illinois
 
VP Candidate:
Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA - Louisiana
 
PE Candidate:
Jeffrey Molter, MSN, MBA, CRNA - Ohio
 
 
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In this episode, hosts Terry and Garry tackle the pressing topic of hemodynamic instability in surgical patients, exploring its implications, challenges, and potential solutions.
Drawing from data highlighting the alarming rate of preventable harm among perioperative patients, we’ll underscore the urgency of addressing hemodynamic instability. We’ll discuss the gaps in current recommendations, emphasizing the need for a sustained, coordinated plan involving all stakeholders to reduce patient risk.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
There's a gap in specific recommendations guiding clinicians on identifying risk, utilizing essential monitoring, and knowing those crucial thresholds for intervention.
What do we already know and where do we go from here?
The methods behind tackling perioperative hemodynamic instability.
Technology that will define the future of perioperative care.
 
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We’re excited for today’s episode as we explore the intersection of anesthesia, leadership, and military service with the incredible Debra Diaz, DNP, CRNA, APRN, FAANA. She’s a CRNA who served in the US Navy and shares her profound experiences from the front lines to the operating room. Discover the unique challenges of military anesthesia, the critical importance of leadership, and the unyielding spirit of service that defines the CRNA profession.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The difference between being a CRNA in the military and working as a civilian.
The training the military provides and how the Navy stresses leadership training.
The experiences she had on aircraft carriers, including being on a ship that had just two females among a crew of 5500 people.
Debra shares stories about treating combat injuries and why she had to carry multiple weapons during some of her assignments.
What she gained from her military service that benefits her as a CRNA.
 
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Today we're exploring a topic that goes deeper into the realms of medicine and neuroscience, and it's something that affects us all: cognitive health post-surgery. Adam Flowe, Chief CRNA at Duke University Hospital, brings his 20 years of experience and a personal connection to the table, discussing the intricate relationship between anesthesia, surgical stress, and the brain. With the aging population and the rise in surgeries, the question of how these procedures affect our cognitive function is more pressing than ever.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Post-op cognitive dysfunction is underreported and has greater incidence than expected.
CRNAs are critical to prevention and optimization as direct care has major impacts (more so than they probably realize).
Post-op cognitive decline might be caused by the surgery and not the anesthesia.
The science behind post-op cognitive decline is expanding rapidly. Inflammation is a key factor and the blood-brain barrier is also key.
Anesthesia has been awesome in improving safety through equipment and work on HARD OUTCOMES; the future of quality for us is in SOFT OUTCOMES.
 
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