Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Ep 238: Having a Plan B – Why CRNAs Should Consider a Side Hustle

The CRNA profession continues to be a strong career path that allows you to comfortably save for retirement, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t always have a backup plan just in case. As we’ve seen over the last few years, crazy things can happen that shake up our day-to-day routines at a moment's notice. In this episode, we’ll talk with Plan B CRNA Podcast host Bobby Jones, MSN about how anyone can start a side hustle, and maybe more importantly, how and why they should consider it.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Why he began his podcast in order to help CRNAs with side hustles and wealth building. 5:20
The reason why most small businesses fail. 18:27
What’s he learned about cryptocurrency, being a loan signing agent, merchant processing, and holiday side hustles. 24:14
What pushed him to start the podcast and why did he want to focus on CRNAs. 30:08
Why you need to be prepared financially for the unexpected by having a plan B. 38:30
 
About our guest: https://www.oncallinvestments.com/
Check out the Plan B CRNA Podcast: https://theplanbcrnapodcast.buzzsprout.com/
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Ep 237: To DNP or Not To DNP

Many CRNAs are returning to school to earn their Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice but is it worth it to spend the time and money to earn another degree? You can find plenty of information and discussion about DNP project topics and people that have earned their DNP, but it’s not as easy to find a thorough explanation of how to go through that process and the actual value it provides. Devin Miller, CRNA, DNP joins the show today to get into the details of a DNP and tell us why he feels it can empower nurses after completing the program.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Background on the topic today and why Devin wanted to share more on getting your DNP. 3:59
Details on Devin’s DNP project. 8:56
What’s the point of going back to get your DNP? 17:23
Do you have to aspire to work in teaching at some point? 26:54
How to find your DNP project. 32:00
Don’t let yourself resist empowerment as a nurse. 48:29
 
About our guest: https://school.wakehealth.edu/education-and-training/nursing-programs/doctor-of-nursing-practice-program/projects/educational-intervention-to-improve-awareness-and-knowledge
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Ep 236: 3 Updated Guidelines for Neuromuscular Blocking Agents

Even in 2023, residual paralysis from neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBA) is still a problem. Recently a task force developed by the ASA released guidelines for the reversal of NMBA. Jeremy and Sass examine these guidelines and talk about what they mean for current anesthesia practice.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Background on this report and the three primary reasons for these guidelines. (2:30)
What to know about the Train of Four ratio (6:34)
The first three recommendations the guidelines provide. (10:31)
Recommendations four through seven. (17:33)
The final recommendation about atracurium and cisatracurium. (26:23)
 
About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html 
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Ep 235: 2023 AANA Update with CEO, Bill Bruce

Bill Bruce, MBA, CAE, took over as the CEO of the AANA last summer so we caught up with him to get an update on how the organization has progressed over his first eight months. It’s already been a busy term already with staffing changes and the AANA moving into a new building, but there are many policy issues to be managed and addressed as well. Join us as we find out what’s happening inside the AANA and how the organization is tackling key issues.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Update on the new AANA building the organization moved into a few months ago. (4:15)
The efforts to make the organization more modernized and efficient, and the key staff changes that have occurred (9:49)
What is the organization doing about supervision with current guidelines set to expire soon? (18:12)
What’s the status of the VA and full practice authority? (23:48)
The other big advocacy issues the AANA is paying close attention to. (27:38)
How he’s adjusted to the new position as an ‘outsider.’ (29:51)
 
Listen to our first conversation with Bill:
https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-195-meet-the-new-aana-ceo-bill-bruce/3864/ 
About our guest: https://www.aana.com/about-us/aana-staff-directors  
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Ep 234: The State of Nursing Today with Becky Patton

We focus quite a bit on specific people or issues in nursing, but it’s always great to take a few steps back and take a high-level view of the profession. Today we’re excited to welcome someone who has been incredibly influential and has used that position to give back through service and endowment. Becky Patton, DNP, RN, CNOR, FAAN joins the show to give us a thorough assessment of the state of nursing today and address some of the industry's key questions and challenges. 
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
The work she’s done in nursing through service, policy, endowment, and working with past Presidents. 2:28
The issues she feels are most important right now. 8:29
Why she feels relationships and shift times are why so many nurses are leaving the profession early in their careers. 12:07
Can we change the current model for nursing? 20:39
Her thoughts on the fraudulent nursing degrees that have been in the news. 27:10
Incorporating policy into the coursework for nursing students. 38:06
Her favorite memory from serving as ANA president.  45:25
 
Get her book: https://www.amazon.com/Nurses-Making-Policy-Third-Boardroom/dp/0826166458/ 
About our guest: https://case.edu/nursing/about/fpb-directories/faculty-directory/rebecca-m-patton 
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com 
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Ep 233: The Treatment for Hypovolemic Shock

Hypovolemic shock is the final shock state in this series of episodes that focuses on the identification, management, and differential diagnosis of different shock states. Jeremy and Sass discuss current treatment options for a patient experiencing hypovolemic shock and some of the various problems that can occur during this crisis.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Which medications should you hold and which ones are okay to continue taking during surgery? (5:10)
The different options for differential diagnosis. (9:09)
The two variations of hypovolemic shock. (13:08)
The mechanism of cardiac compromise at the cellular level. (17:33)
What interventions can you take to save the patient if the bleeding begins? (20:16)
A few questions relating to this topic to help students prepare. (27:51)
 
About our hosts: https://kpatprogram.org/about-the-school/faculty.html 
Visit us online: http://beyondthemaskpodcast.com 
Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

Ep 232: If You’re Not At The Table, You’re On The Menu with Wisconsin Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez

Every year it seems like more and more nurses are taking an active interest in politics, both local and regional, and today’s guest is someone who’s been on the rise as a public official.  Sara Rodriguez, a nurse and community leader, won her campaign in Wisconsin to become the state’s next Lieutenant Governor and joins us today to talk about her shift from public health to policymaker.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Her background in public health and the Peace Corps. 3:13
How COVID triggered her transition into politics. 6:23
Using her background and nurse training to better communicate with the community when campaigning.   9:27
From serving in the legislature to Lt. Governor, what that jump has been like. 12:55
Does she think COVID and the pandemic would have been different if more nurses in politics. 18:14
What would she tell nurses who are considering running for a position? 24:48
The final thoughts she wants to leave for nurses. 32:49
 
About our guest:  https://www.saraforwi.com/
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Ep 231: How to Care for People with a Substance Use Disorder

Nearly all of us have been in a situation where we’ve noticed something off or not right about someone we work with or someone we know but we didn’t say anything or take action. It’s a problem across the country, but the CRNA profession has a higher rate of substance use disorders than the general public.  
So how can we do a better job identifying and helping our peers who feel isolated and suffer from a substance use disorder? Today’s guest has spent a lot of her time in recent years trying to help educate people in this area. Leigh Taylor, DNP, MS, CRNA, APRN, presented at the AANA Annual Congress, which is where we first saw her and knew it’s a topic we wanted to spend more time discussing on the podcast.
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
Background on Leigh and the topic we’re discussing. 2:36
The substance abuse disorder data within the CRNA community. 6:50
Why does she think this is so prevalent in the community? 8:10
The stats show about 10% of CRNAs have an SUD. 13:46
The signs and symptoms to be on the lookout for 20:46
Where can you go to get help for someone? Here are some of the resources that are available. 26:05
The other drugs that are most common in those with SUDs. 30:18
What can you do if you feel like you’re suffering from this but afraid to speak up. 36:25
 
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