Whether you're looking to go beyond your program’s curriculum or dive deeper into emerging clinical topics and wellness strategies, these resources are a flexible way to keep learning on your schedule.
Independent work can offer more than just flexibility. CRNA/nurse anesthesiologists who work independently can earn 22–33% more than their W-2 counterparts and often enjoy greater flexibility, work-life balance, and career satisfaction.
The 1099 CRNA Institute is a self-paced course designed to help you understand this path early, with insights into contracts, credentialing, taxes, and building long-term financial stability.
Learn from peers and mentors who’ve already made the leap — and take advantage of 50% off the course with code RESIDENT1099.
Join a powerful, peer-led conversation on mental health in anesthesia. Hosted by the Wellness Committee nurse anesthesia resident representatives Kevin Chem and Cassie Keefe, with support from a clinical case manager, this roundtable offers a safe space to connect, share, and explore ways to navigate the emotional demands of residency.
From the Feed: Puerto Rico’s first DNP nurse anesthesia cohort
The Class of 2025 from the University of Puerto Rico Nurse Anesthesia Program is making history as the first doctoral cohort. Over the past three years, these residents have honed their skills, overcome challenges, and paved the way for the future of anesthesia care on the island.
The podcast for future CRNAs, by future CRNAs. Hosted by current residents, Grade 1 View dives into everything from exam prep and clinical confidence to work-life balance, offering honest conversations and real-world insights you won’t get in the classroom. Listen to new episodes every other Tuesday, online or wherever you get your podcasts.
🎧 Latest Episode: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
In Episode 14, Jeffrey R. Darna, CRNA, ACNP-BC, DNP — program director at USC and a national voice on imposter phenomenon — joins Olivia and Larry to unpack a silent struggle many in nurse anesthesia face: feeling like you don’t belong. Drawing from personal experience, Dr. Darna explores how imposter feelings show up in high-achieving professionals and why RRNAs may be especially vulnerable.
He also shares practical, research-based strategies to manage self-doubt and reclaim confidence, from recognizing common thought patterns and avoidance behaviors to leveraging mentorship as a mirror for self-worth. This episode offers clarity, validation, and tools to help you move forward with confidence.
Your journey to becoming a CRNA/nurse anesthesiologist is challenging, but you’re not alone. Let us know what topics you want covered in future newsletters!
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