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Beyond The Mask: Innovation & Opportunities For CRNAs

A podcast for the CRNA industry. Discussing the important issues that happen both in, and beyond, the operating room. With Sharon Pearce, DNP, CRNA, FAANA, FAAN and Jeremy Stanley, EA, CFP, AIF. Innovations & opportunities for CRNAs & APRNs. Visit our website for more great information https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ and to learn how you can get CE Credit as a CRNA just by listening to the podcast. Don’t miss our special series on CRNA History, CRNA Personal Finance & Retirement, Political Conversations, CRNA Career Issues, and our leadership series called Courage To Lead. Check out new episodes of Beyond The Mask every week with distinguished guests from the CRNA community… #anesthesiology #rn #surgery #healthcare #nurseanesthesiologist #crnaschool #nursing #srnalife #nurselife #nursingstudent #ornurse #nurseanesthesia #crnalife #nursepractitioner #medschool #anesthesialife #scrublife #icunurse #hospital #futurecrna #medical #crna #nurse #anesthesia #srna #nurseanesthetist #nurses #surgical #operatingtheatre #medicalstudent #operatingroomnurse #studentnurse #diversitycrna #ccrn #nursepractitioner #APRN #APRNchat #NPchat #midwife #NP

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Latest Episodes:

Ep 156: How the Economics of Healthcare Could Change Anesthesia Nov 23, 2021

Show notes

Money drives many of the decisions industries have to make and healthcare is no exception. As things become more expensive and less efficient, people are looking for ways to improve the quality and cost of care. Ian Hewer, PhD, CRNA, is an assistant professor at Western Carolina University and has turned much of his focus to healthcare economics and QZ team billing. Today he’ll tell us more about this team approach, how it’s impacting cost, and why it’s a good thing for CRNAs.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-155-how-the-economics-of-healthcare-could-change-anesthesia/3076/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

Make a Memorial or Tribute Gift to the AANA: https://www.aana.com/docs/default-source/foundation-aana-com-web-documents-(all)/memorial-and-tribute-gift-summary.pdf?sfvrsn=de8545b1_0

What we discuss in this episode:

4:34 – Introducing today’s guest and topic

6:53 – The anesthesia care team model

11:24 – Background on QZ billing

14:15 – Supervision

16:45 – How will affect the future of anesthesia?

22:48 – What does the average anesthetist make?

26:03 – Outcomes vs amount spent

30:57 – Solutions for the future

35:49 – What patients think of their care

37:02 – Problems with employer-based insurance system

38:34 – Two options we face

42:46 – CRNAs in good position

44:10 – Lightning Round

Ep 155: Proving the Quality and Cost Efficiency of CRNAs Nov 18, 2021

Show notes

Research is crucial to pushing the CRNA profession forward and that’s something that the AANA Foundation has dedicated its efforts to. To help us understand why so many resources are being poured into research and what we’re learning about anesthesia, AANA Foundation CEO Lorraine Jordan, PhD, CRNA, CAE, FAAN, joins the show. She shares the mission behind the foundation and gives us her perspective on what's ahead for CRNAs.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-155-proving-the-quality-and-cost-efficiency-of-crnas/3087/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

Make a Memorial or Tribute Gift to the AANA: https://www.aana.com/docs/default-source/foundation-aana-com-web-documents-(all)/memorial-and-tribute-gift-summary.pdf?sfvrsn=de8545b1_0

What we discuss in this episode:

5:12 – Welcome on Lorraine

9:09 – Why we picked this topic

11:37 – Cost of research studies

15:23 – Research results

24:48 – Quality not being a priority

29:10 – CRNAs in rural areas

35:27 – Anesthesiologists and CRNAs working together

39:02 – Lorriane’s forward vision

45:20 – How to donate

50:10 – Final thoughts

Ep 154: Anne Penland’s Story - Nursing on the Frontlines of World War I and Early 20th Century Medicine Nov 11, 2021

Show notes

You won’t find Anne Penland’s name mentioned very often in the early history books about nursing, but this North Carolina nurse anesthetist served our country in some of the toughest environments. Our historical series continues with a spotlight on Penland and all of the incredible detail she provided on the war and early 20th-century anesthesia thanks to a well-written diary. We’re joined by our resident historians, Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA, to learn more about this incredible person.

Read more here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-154-anne-penlands-story-nursing-on-the-frontlines-of-world-war-i-and-early-20th-century-medicine/3069/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss in this episode:

2:57 – Great feedback on the historical series

4:30 – Why is Penland so important?

5:45 – Early life

8:38 – Her time in Europe during WWI

13:35 – Working as a nurse anesthetist during the war

16:10 – Lessons learned from her diary

20:48 – Happy moments from the diary

22:48 – Serving with Agatha Hodgins

26:08 – Recognition for her service

29:42 – After the war

34:26 – Ceremony in 2017

41:54 – From the military to civilian healthcare

44:16 – So much happening in the world at the same time

47:51 – Building on the past

53:01 – Where to get additional information

Ep 153: The Business Side of Anesthesia Nov 04, 2021

Show notes

There’s no doubt that anesthesia is a big business but not every CRNA pays attention to that side of the profession. It might not be something you’re immediately interested in, but it’s important to help you understand your true value as a CRNA. Today we’re going to ask Tracy Young, MSNA, MBA, CRNA, the CEO of YPS Anesthesia, about a number of important topics involving the business side of anesthesia and what the future might hold as the industry evolves.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-153-the-business-side-of-anesthesia/3060/

About our guest: https://ypsanesthesia.com/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss in this episode:

2:41 – Excited for our guest today

3:58 – Background on Tracy

6:00 – How much the business has grown

7:42 – Trials and successes

9:56 – CRNAs that want to build a business

12:41 – Other areas he’s interested in beyond anesthesia

18:47 – How COVID has changed hospitals and health facilities

22:57 – Creating a great workplace

28:12 – Flexible models

30:12 – 1099 vs W-2

36:45 – Advice for healthcare insurance

39:17 – Understanding your value

45:14 – Cost-effectiveness of CRNAs

50:46 – Future for CRNAs

54:45 – What scares him the most about the future

56:36 – Lightning round

Ep 152: The Growth of Computerized Surgical Implants Oct 28, 2021

Show notes

Technology has been changing the healthcare industry for many years now but we’ve reached a point where computers have gone from outside the body to inside the body. Computerized surgical implants are being utilized in many different capacities to provide better care for patients, and that’s presenting some unique challenges for CRNAs. Today we talk with Adam Flowe, CRNA, who is the Chief Nurse Anesthetist at Duke, to talk about all the advancements in technology and what it means for the profession today and in the future.

Read more and get additional resources here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-152-the-growth-of-computerized-surgical-implants/3054/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss in this episode:

3:16 – Welcome in Adam

4:23 – Background on Adam

6:51 – Why this topic?

11:42 – Why are we seeing more of these implants?

13:23 – Different types of implants

21:42 – Challenges for anesthesia providers

23:39 – Training SRNAs for this

26:59 – Can we be made smarter?

30:52 – Elon Musk health technology company

41:54 – How long can the body tolerate these things

42:38 – Final thoughts

43:19 – Lightning Round

Ep 151: Tips & Techniques for Maintaining Strong Relationships During the Pandemic Oct 21, 2021

Show notes

Long-term relationships, whether they be personal or professional, have been under tremendous stress since the start of the pandemic. The same dynamics that typically produce rewarding relationships can also be turned around and used to negatively affect the parties involved. Keith and Lynn Macksey, CRNA, wrote Miracles in Marriage during COVID to explore the miracles that lie within these special relationships in our lives. Today we hear their story, learn from their experiences, and pick up a few tips and techniques that we can apply to our own relationships.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-151-tips-techniques-for-maintaining-strong-relationships-during-the-pandemic/3049/

Check out their book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Miracles-Marriage-Long-term-Committed-Relationships/dp/B08WV2Z3RM

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss in this episode:

3:33 – Why this topic?

4:46 – Story behind the book

9:35 – The value of the book

12:12 – Context drives content

15:38 – Story about one of the characters in the book

21:02 – Creating a positive context

24:45 – When you partner drives you nuts

31:04 – The CRNA personality type

37:00 – How we learn about relationships

40:16 – Where breakthroughs come from

47:35 – Taking things personally

56:09 – How age impacts things

1:00:51 – Ultimate veto

1:02:11 – Love is a verb not a noun

1:06:08 – Final thoughts

Ep 150: Expanding Role of CRNAs in Disaster Response Oct 14, 2021

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With the resources and skills that CRNAs possess, they are trained to succeed in crisis situations, which is why more and more of our peers are assisting in disaster response. One of those generous people is Corinne Chausse, a CRNA from North Carolina that has worked on the front lines of Iraq, at the epicenter of the pandemic, and other highly stressful locations. Today she joins the show to talk about this experience, share remarkable stories, and explain the many benefits of serving in these response roles.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-150-expanding-role-of-crnas-in-disaster-response/3042/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss in this episode:

4:09 – Background on Corrine

6:47 – Places she’s traveled to

10:41 – Preparing herself for these violent locations

11:54 – Handling blast injuries

14:55 – Influencing her work at home

16:38 – Dealing with COVID in NYC

21:16 – Positive memories she has

26:54 – The tremendous levels of stress

34:24 – Advice CRNAs with an interest in this work

37:54 – Lightning Round

Ep 149: Quality of Care Studies in Anesthesia – Fact vs Myth Oct 07, 2021

Show notes

For the past 50+ years, numerous quality of care studies have been published that evaluated outcomes based on the anesthesia provider. These studies have produced great data but some of the research methods and findings were flawed. That’s been used by the ASA and AANA to promote agendas. We’ve invited Nancy Bruton-Maree, CRNA, and Sandy Ouellette, CRNA, back on the show to tell us about the different studies through the years and sort out the difference between fact and fiction.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-149-quality-of-care-studies-in-anesthesia-fact-vs-myth/3034/

AANA Document: Quality of Care in Anesthesia

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss on this episode:

4:27 – An overview of the studies and findings

6:58 – Studies from the 1970s and 80s

10:58 – Bechtodt study

14:48 – When Sandy was president elect

17:30 – The Silber Study

24:00 – Flawed results

26:45 – Analysis by Dr. Michael Pine

31:48 – Abenstein and Warmer article in 1996

32:27 – Vila Study in Archives of Study

33:17 – Dulisse & Cromwell study

38:15 – Needleman study in 2008

39:41 – Simonson study in 2007

41:15 – What do we know now in 2021?

43:05 – How to learn more

48:04 – We need to keep producing data

53:21 – The future is quality, cost and access

Ep 148: Mental Health Awareness for Healthcare Workers and Trainees Sep 30, 2021

Show notes

The rate of mental health illness has already been on the rise among young adults and these past two years have added even more stress to our lives. We know first-hand how difficult things have been for healthcare workers and students alike. Michael Rieker, CRNA, DNP, FAAN, like many people, has been personally impacted by suicide and now uses that experience to help improve the mental health for people he comes in contact with each day. He joins us on this episode to talk about the challenges facing our industry, how we can personally make a difference in someone’s life, and an upcoming event that will honor the memory of an SRNA.

Read more: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-148-mental-health-awareness-for-healthcare-workers-and-trainees/3022/

About our guest: https://school.wakehealth.edu/Faculty/R/Michael-Rieker

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss on this episode:

2:44 – Welcome in Mike Rieker. Why this is important to talk about.

4:53 – Background on Mike

5:32 – What has been driving mental health issues

8:49 – Effect on healthcare workers

13:20 – The quiet stressors

18:48 – Enormous pressure on anesthesia students

22:48 – Lessons he’s learned

27:06 – Empathizing with people

30:22 – Providing support

34:43 – Difficulty in finding balance

39:00 – The annual run

40:59 – Final thoughts

41:29 – Lightning round

45:25 – Details on the run

Ep 147: APRN Regulation and Independent Practice with Ronald Castaldo, PhD, MBA, MS, CRNA, APRN Sep 23, 2021

Show notes

One positive that’s emerged from the pandemic is the reality that nurses are extremely good at their job and can thrive in an independent setting. The hope is that this will help APRNs and CRNAs move closer to a career where they can practice to the full extent of their training and education without statutory barriers. Today we’ve invited Ronald Castaldo, PhD, MBA, MS, CRNA, APRN, onto the show to discuss the pro-APRN wins in recent years and to help all CNRAs understand the importance of the state boards of nursing. He also provides a detailed background and breakdown of the APRN Consensus Model and the APRN Compact.

Read more and get additional resources here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/ep-147-aprn-regulation-and-independent-practice-with-ronald-castaldo-ph-d-mba-ms-crna-aprn/3017/

Get the CE certificate here: https://beyondthemaskpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Beyond-the-Mask-CE-Cert-FILLABLE.pdf

What we discuss on this episode:

2:59 – Welcome in Ron

6:37 – State board of nursing

8:35 – Different levels of discipline

12:57 – What gets reported to the national practitioner databank

16:09 – Losing your nursing license

21:12 – What is the APRN Consensus Model

26:29 – CRNAs working independently

32:13 – APRN compact

39:37 – Pandemic silver lining

40:32 – What’s the process to move states?

42:17 – Opponents to this

45:12 – Final thoughts

48:48 – Lightning round

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