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The Secret Weapon in Your CRNA Application? Your Truth.

The CRNA Chase

At this point in the CRNA application process, you’re looking to prove yourself on paper. Now, you need to demonstrate to the admissions committee who you are beyond your GPA and critical care experience. Begin with a vivid, specific experience that led you to pursue nurse anesthesia. first appeared on The CRNA Chase.

CRNA 143
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Aspiring Nurse Anesthesia Challenges: From the ICU to the OR

The CRNA Chase

Transitioning from working as an ICU nurse to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a journey marked by immense growth but also profound challenges. Here’s a closer look at what this transition entails and how the Society of Future Nurse Anesthetists (SFNA) supports aspiring CRNAs in navigating these changes.

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CRNA Program Admissions: The Challenge of High Demand and Intense Rivalry

The CRNA Chase

Securing admission into a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) program is no small feat. With a rapidly growing demand for CRNA professionals and a surge in applicants, the competition has become fiercer than ever before. Ideally, you should begin preparing by researching CRNA programs extensively.

CRNA 130
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5 Key Statistics Shaping Anesthesiology in 2025—and How to Stay Ahead

Picis

Today, anesthesiologists and healthcare leaders face mounting challenges that threaten both the profession and patient care. Modern tools designed for anesthesia documentation and billing accuracy can reduce missed charges and improve coding precision.

CRNA 52
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A Day in the Life of a CRNA: Insights & Experiences

Salem Anesthesia

In this blog post, we’ll provide an insider’s perspective on a CRNA’s exciting and rewarding career by highlighting their daily responsibilities, how they overcome challenges, and their tremendous impact on patient care and the health field. To begin, it’s essential to understand the role of a CRNA.

CRNA 52
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Evaluating the Anesthesia Staffing Model for Efficiency

Concordia Anesthesiology

to improve the bottom line, changes to the existing anesthesia staffing model may help. link] The Three Anesthesia Staffing Models: The optimal hospital staffing model should: 1. support clinical excellence Let’s look at the three most common staffing models for anesthesia delivery in the United States: 1. add revenue streams 3.

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH: Thankful for mentors, Brown wants to give back – professionally and personally

PANA

In fact, Brown chose the profession because she wanted more opportunities for independence in patient care. She loved working in critical care, but she also wanted to advance her career. The autonomy and quick critical thinking she witnessed during her shadowing experiences made her certain she was going to pursue anesthesia.