Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

Tax Planning for CRNA Self-Employment Taxes

Navigating the world of taxes can be overwhelming, especially for CRNAs who often juggle both clinical responsibilities and financial planning. Today we’re focused on self-employment taxes and the planning strategies that can help you maximize your earnings. Whether you're a 1099 contractor or a W2 employee, this is information that every CRNA can use to improve their financial future.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The history of self-employment tax rates and where they currently stand.  
Good tax planning is like an annuity that keeps giving back.
Business deductions that will help reduce your income and taxes.
There’s a big difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion.
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Let’s Give Thanks for Everything Anesthesia Provides Us

Happy Thanksgiving! Today we want to take some time to show our gratitude—gratitude for the AANA, for our profession, and for those who work tirelessly to support CRNAs across the country. We’re honored to be joined by AANA President Jan Setnor, who shares her reflections on the profound impact of the association and the countless CRNAs who are dedicated to compassionate, expert care.
Join us as we take a moment to recognize the achievements, support, and community that make anesthesia a calling worth celebrating.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why we’re thankful for the AANA.
Advocacy becomes a priority as threats arise and that’s when people get involved. We are fortunate to have a great advocacy team.
What the AANA does and provides for its members.
Jan’s thoughts on the lawsuit that was filed against provider discrimination.
 
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Strain and Substance Use: The Workplace Connection Challenge

Today’s show will address the workplace challenges that contribute to risk and impact substance use disorder in healthcare environments, which is a critical issue facing professionals in our industry. Our guests today, Luci New, DNP, CRNA and Linda Stone, DNP, CRNA, both have a passion for wellness and understand the unique stressors faced by anesthesia providers. We’ll hear about their personal experiences and discuss the implications of minority stress theory, workplace violence, and the stigma surrounding substance use disorder.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
The specific wellness threats for anesthesia providers.
The different types of stress that CRNAs face.
Is there a lasting impact from the COVID pandemic that could be a risk for SUD?
How burnout relates to compassion fatigue and the risks associated.
What we know about SUD and the relationships between mental health, suicide and SUD.
The consequences and countermeasures of SUD in the anesthesia profession.
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Talking to People in the Community about Fentanyl and Propofol

Anesthesia medications play a crucial role in modern medicine, enabling pain-free surgeries and procedures. However, their potent effects also pose significant risks when misused. Today’s show explores the legitimate and harmful uses of two powerful anesthesia drugs: fentanyl and propofol.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
These drugs, when manufactured correctly, have legitimate uses.
The risks of recreational use of both fentanyl and propofol.
How these drugs are used in anesthesia.
The significant safeguards that are put in place to ensure safety while they are receiving anesthesia care.
The worry that anesthetists have about addiction and overdose.
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Smooth Transitions: Empowering New CRNAs in Practice

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.
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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Nurses in Leadership: Shaping the Future from the Boardroom with Jana Bailey

Leadership and advocacy mean getting out of your comfort zone for most CRNAs, and today’s guest is tapped into what it takes to step into roles beyond the confines of the medical field.  
Jana ​Bailey, APRN, CRNA joins us to ​discuss ​how ​nurses ​and ​CRNAs ​can ​make ​significant ​strides ​in ​broadening ​the ​scope ​and ​impact ​of ​nursing ​by ​serving ​on ​various ​nonprofit, ​corporate, ​government ​and ​advisory ​boards. ​Jana ​will talk about ​why ​it's ​vital ​for ​us ​to ​reach out beyond these traditional roles and share ways to start getting involved.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Why the Nurses on Boards Coalition began 10 years ago.
The who, what, and where for her project.
How does "Nurses on Boards" expand CRNA influence?
CRNAs who serve on boards should register with NOBC to have their service counted, and those interested in serving should register to get email updates for board position postings.
Tips for how to get more involved in different opportunities near you.
 
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A 6th Anniversary Special

Join hosts Jeremy and Sharon in celebrating the sixth anniversary of Beyond the Mask, with over 400 episodes and a global reach in 125 countries. In this special episode, we reflect on the journey, the impact of the podcast, and share heartwarming stories from the nurse anesthesia community. From life-saving interventions to groundbreaking legislative support, we revisit some of our favorite memories of the show. Don't miss this milestone episode filled with gratitude, inspiration, and a look into future plans.
 
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
Some of our top memories from the show.
Stories about people who we’ve connected with or impacted through the show.
How the historical series with Nancy and Sandy began.
The opportunities that have arisen out of this podcast.
 
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Medical Podcasting: They Will Always Be Listening

When we started the podcast years ago, we wanted to provide a platform for CRNAs to learn more about the profession and collaborate with other industry leaders to help grow nurse anesthesia. It’s exceeded all of our expectations as the podcasting world as a whole has exploded during that time as well. This has become a medium that can help revolutionize medical education and we’ll explore the impact of podcasting in this episode.
Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:
How we first learned about podcasting and what gave us the idea to start this one.
What we love about podcasting.
The story behind how we became a platform for students to disseminate their DNP project.
The impact of podcasts in medical education.
How to use podcasting to teach students.
The story of a nurse anesthetist who was preparing to commit suicide before listening to our podcast.
 
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