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Transition to SFNA: New Initiatives Unveiled

The CRNA Chase

Mentorship Membership One of SFNA’s founding flagship initiatives is the Mentorship Membership, a groundbreaking program designed to provide ICU nurses and healthcare professionals with unparalleled access to CRNAs in various anesthesia specialties and areas of their lives.

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Aspiring Nurse Anesthesia Challenges: From the ICU to the OR

The CRNA Chase

It’s a path that demands not only clinical excellence but also a significant shift in roles—from direct patient care in a high-intensity setting to the precision and autonomy of anesthesia. ICU nurses are adept at managing complex critical care situations, which provides a solid foundation for a career in anesthesia.

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SFNA Launches To Support Aspiring Nurse Anesthetists

The CRNA Chase

Objective : Guide and support those seeking more information about the nurse anesthesia profession, empower applicants, and decrease attrition rates. Benefits : Provides personalized guidance, reduces stress, and improves the chances of gaining acceptance into nurse anesthesia programs.

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Are You Certain You’re Qualified To Be A RRNA?

The CRNA Chase

The admissions process for Nurse Anesthesia programs is rigorous and can take several years. Admission Requirements for Nurse Anesthesia Programs To be considered for a doctorate-level Nurse Anesthesia program, specific requirements must be met. The post Are You Certain You’re Qualified To Be A RRNA?

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The Financial Path: Funding Your CRNA Education

The CRNA Chase

This week, we delve into financial planning for nurse anesthesia education, offering valuable tips on scholarships, grants, and budget management to help you achieve your goals without unnecessary financial strain. The post The Financial Path: Funding Your CRNA Education first appeared on The CRNA Chase.

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You Are Not “Asleep” Under Anesthesia

Ed Mariano

Just before the start of anesthesia, a patient may hear the operating room nurse saying, “Think of a nice dream as you go off to sleep.” While these statements are intended to soothe patients during a stressful time, they gloss over this critical fact: Anesthesia is not like normal sleep at all.

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Happy CRNA Week 2024

Nurse Jess

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