Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Ep 193: A Nurse for Sheriff? History Could Be Made

Nurses are uniquely qualified for the responsibilities that come with holding a public office, which is why we’re seeing more and more campaigning. But did you ever think about running for sheriff? Caitlin Sepeda is a registered nurse in Massachusetts that’s doing just that and today she joins the show to tell us about her path to this point and why she hopes to make history.
 
Here are some of the things you’ll learn on this show:
How does a nurse end up running for Sheriff? (7:09)
The difficult decisions that have to be made with the limited budget provided by the state. (12:43)
What makes nurses so qualified for public office? (16:50)
Details on the election she’s campaigning for. (19:45)
How do you overcome the lack of law enforcement experience? (23:49)
Why a new outlook and approach can benefit law enforcement. (26:59)
The campaign budget she’s working with. (34:04)
What it would mean to become the first nurse to hold a Sheriff position? (37:37)
 
Learn more about Sepeda's campaign: https://www.sepedaforsheriff.com/ 
 
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Ep 192: Effective Federal Advocacy Starts at Home

The great thing about being an advocate for nurse anesthetists is that anyone can have an impact no matter where they live. Many federal legislators starts locally so there are opportunities to create relationships early and close to home. Sarah Tweedy, CRNA, got a first-hand look at working with legislators as a student and has carried that interest into her young professional career. Find out what she’s learned about advocacy and how best to build relationships with policy-makers.
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
5:58 – Background on Sarah
10:07 – Importance of getting involved as a student
11:32 – Why this topic is important
13:28 – Federal or state advocacy?  
16:20 – How to talk to a legislator
21:22 – Educating them on CRNAs
23:43 – What should you not say?
26:10 – Where to start to get involved
28:46 – Advice she’d give
32:07 – Running for office
33:10 – Final thoughts

Ep 191: Decreasing Healthcare Disparity Through Improved Diversity

You’ve probably already noticed that most of our colleagues in nurse anesthesia look pretty similar. Through innovation and educational pipelines, the industry is working to improve the diversity in our workforce, which will lead to better healthcare outcomes for all. Sonya Moore, DNP, CRNA, joins the show to talk about her experiences as a minority in healthcare and how she’s helping drive change through her LEAP program.
 
Learn more about LEAP: https://case.edu/nursing/programs/dnp/nurse-anesthesia-dnp/leap-certificate-pathway 
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
5:25 – Background on Sonja
7:21 – Getting started in anesthesia
14:28 – Systemic barriers
17:29 – Importance of a diverse workforce
22:30 – Finding common ground
30:41 – The LEAP program
38:46 – How the program works
42:47 – Program costs and acceptance rates
48:13 – Final thoughts

Ep 190: Using Neuroscience for Daily Direction and Coping Mechanisms

Each of us faces our own battles every day, some of which are much more difficult than others. No matter what mental health challenges you’re dealing with, finding ways to manage everything are so important for everyone. Susie Newell, DNP, CRNA, wrote a book recently about creating activities and mindsets to help people cope with mental issues and it’s all focused on neuroscience. She joins us today to share her research and what she’s learned during the publishing process.  
 
Get the book: https://www.thepath365.com/ 
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
5:00 – Background on Suzie Newell
6:42 – Her book
10:01 – The neuroscience behind addiction
15:23 – How she created a life
18:34 – How COVID impacted project
20:34 – Neuroplasticity 
23:33 – Breaking down neuroscience
27:01 – Process of writing the book
34:36 – The extra day
37:13 – Creating a publishing company
38:32 – The title
42:25 – Who should read the book?

Ep 189: Catherine Lawrence, First Nurse to Administer Anesthesia

On this look back through the history of nurse anesthesia, we’ll tell you the story of Catherine Lawrence. This Civil War nurse became the first to administer anesthesia during the Second Battle of Bull Run but she also accomplished a lot more during her life. Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA, will give us all the details and help us learn more about this important figure in nursing.
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
5:51 – Back in the studio with Sandy and Nancy
7:24 – Introducing Catherine Lawrence
10:09 – As a child
13:00 – How she lost faith as a child
14:38 – Began teach at 14
18:11 – Enlisting in the Civil War
23:19 – Her relationship with Dorothea Dix
26:25 – After the Civil War
32:09 – Summarizing her life
35:26 – Her death
36:25 – Final thoughts

Ep 188: How Innovation is Changing Nursing

The nursing profession has always been the backbone of the healthcare system but it’s time to start thinking bigger. The talent and determination found in nurses can shape the future of healthcare and it begins through innovation and entrepreneurship. Rebecca Love, RN, BS, MSN, FIEL, is leading that charge by creating a program for nurses to pursue innovation and help lead the profession forward. Join us for a wonderful conversation that we believe will motivate and inspire.
 
Learn more about SONSIEL: https://sonsiel.org/ 
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
5:00 – Welcome in Rebecca
8:31 – Entrepreneur at heart
11:06 – Nurses as innovators
14:46 – Launching the program
19:10 – The curriculum   
21:04 –  Society of Nurse Scientists Innovators Entrepreneurs &Leaders
22:23 – Giving her Ted Talk
26:36 – The talents of nurses
29:07 – Challenges she’s faced
38:39 – Empowerment
40:18 – Why you should be interested

Ep 187: Panel on Incivility and Bullying with the Nebraska State Association

Jeremy and Sharon took part in a panel discussion on incivility and bullying within the CRNA workplace and educational system. Speaking alongside members of the Nebraska Association of Nurse Anesthetists, they were able to dive into the core issues at the heart of this behavior from the perspective of both the student and the preceptor. Plus, they offered up solutions to help curb incivility and bullying.
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
3:40 – Meet the panel
8:40 – What we’re talking about today
9:45 – What is incivility and bullying?
11:52 – Effects of bullying on SRNAs
13:18 – Perspective from a new CRNA
15:43 – Challenges to changing this behavior
21:35 – Qualities of a good preceptor
24:21 – Improving communication in school
26:46 – Can you identify problem CRNAs?
31:47 – Stress on the preceptor
36:43 – What makes a great preceptor?
40:01 – 1st vs 2nd year students
43:01 – How do we change a bully’s thoughts?
45:50 – What actions can you take in the moment?
49:06 – Have you ever bullied anyone?
54:56 – Final thoughts on this topic

Ep 186: Empowered Women Empower Women

None of us get to where we are without the help and guidance of other people. We rely on mentorship from our peers to lift us up and empower us to accomplish great things. With the input from a few powerful women on this episode, we want to highlight women that have played a key role in helping advance the industry and discuss how we can elevate each other through empowerment.
 
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Today's Key Topics: 
2:22 – Highlighting powerful women
8:47 – If someone doesn’t appreciate your unique traits
11:04 – Tough conversations
13:43 – AANA bringing people together
17:12 – Iron sharpens iron
18:27 – Being willing to help out
22:23 – Mentoring
25:45 – Being there in good and bad times
27:59 – Advice
31:39 – Final thoughts
35:07 – Jeremy’s final thoughts