A Podcast for New Critical Care Nurses and Aspiring CRNAs hosted by Anna Reese and Chrissy CRNA. Together Chrissy and Anna bring you real talk about everything they WISH they knew as new to critical care nurses!
To prepare for the pharmacology & pathophysiology topics covered -join the monthly membership https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/- join hundreds of other IC U nurses and future CRNAs for monthly pharmacology & pathophysiology lectures & a built in community of likeminded healthcare professionals. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
To prepare for the pharmacology & pathophysiology topics covered -join the monthly membershiphttps://www.confidentcareacademy.com/ - join hundreds of other ICU nurses and future CRNAs for monthly pharmacology & pathophysiology lectures & a built in community of likeminded healthcare professionals. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
To prepare for the pharmacology & pathophysiology topics covered -join the monthly membership https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/ - join hundreds of other ICU nurses and future CRNAs for monthly pharmacology & pathophysiology lectures & a built in community of likeminded healthcare professionals. ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome a pediatric-specialized CRNA who has delivered engaging guest lectures for our academy. Tune in to hear expert tips, real-world pediatric anesthesia insights, and inspiring stories tailored for ICU nurses and CRNA's. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your clinical expertise!
You work with critically ill patients daily, want to be prepared for medical emergencies, and have an in-depth understanding of the pharmacology associated with using paralytics in the ICU. In this episode, we cover nursing considerations & relevant pharmacology associated with the therapeutic use of neuromuscular blocking agents. To prepare for the pharmacology & pathophysiology topics covered -join the monthly membership https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/ -join hundreds of other ICU nurses and future CRNAs for monthly pharmacology & pathophysiology lectures & a built in community of likeminded healthcare professionals.
You've worked hard for years to get to this point-now you want to know how to best prepare for CRNA school interviews. In this episode we go over broad recommendations as you begin to prepare for CRNA school interviews. To prepare for the pharmacology & pathophysiology topics covered -join the monthly membership https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/ -join hundreds of other ICU nurses and future CRNAs for monthly pharmacology & pathophysiology lectures & a built in community of likeminded healthcare professionals. For mock interviews: check out our friends CRNA Method https://www.instagram.com/crnamethod/?hl=en Bolt CRNA https://www.instagram.com/bolt_crna/?hl=en Synapse Anesthesia https://www.nursenelle.com/services ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
Comment your tips for graduating nursing students below! What do graduating nursing students need to know to pass the Next Generation NCLEX in 2023? What is different about the new NCLEX? How can you prepare yourself for success with the NCLEX-RN? In this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we do a deep dive into the UPDATED 2023 NCLEX-RN and give you the tools you need to succeed as a future RN. For comprehensive studying and NCLEX-RN preparation we are excited to partner with Picmonic! Join Picmonic and check out over 13,000 practice NCLEC-RN practice questions and join over 1.6 million healthcare students by clickin the link below: Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the channel next time! Thank you to our sponsor off today's video, Picmonic ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/BPX1CVN3Y9CJLDL23 (Use Code: confidentcareacademy for 20% OFF) ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
How do you tackle the task of studying pharmacology? Whether you're a new to ICU nurse, an experienced nurse reviewing for CRNA interviews, or about to start clinicals in the operating room, there's a huge amount of information to learn. We're diving into how to study pharmacology effectively and reviewing propofol as our example! Make sure to like and subscribe if you'd like to see more of these videos and comment what you want us to talk about next time! Check out our sponsor for today's video, Picmonic ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/BPX1CVN3Y9CJLDL23 (Use Code: confidentcareacademy for 20% OFF)
Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the next episode! The basics of anesthesiology are some of the most difficult skills you'll master! This video is a crash course of what you need to know to master induction of general anesthesia. Like and subscribe so that you never miss a video and comment below what you want to learn next time!
Whether you're a new graduate ICU nurse, or new SRNA-it's hard to operate in high-stakes environments & receive feedback. In this episode of the Confident Care Academy Podcast-we talk about mindset approach techniques, receiving feedback, and growing resiliency. Check out these episodes for more: Provider communication ➡ https://youtu.be/Zm2O4r_vZ3E?si=n13kTTPUOWtMOyPe How to get better grades ➡ https://youtu.be/OR_-0P7m4-Y?si=lvfhAFb0Y80ZSYzE
Comment your tips for giving & receiving ICU report! In this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we dive into 5 tips for new graduate nurses and one tip for preceptors about how to approach giving and receiving report. Being a new graduate nurse can be stressful–share this podcast episode with your cohort and check out the Confident Care Academy membership for all of your educational needs! Free ICU Report + Time management sheet ⏩
Bedside nursing is often severely underpaid, yet at the same time nursing is one of the few degrees that can be leveraged to change your socioeconomic status and build wealth. In this episode we're giving you five tips on how to generate income with social media and pitfalls to avoid. Comment what you'd like us to talk about on the next Confident Care Academy episode! Thank you to Metricool for sponsoring this video! Get 30 days FREE of any of their Premium Plans ⏭ https://mtr.cool/XDGHMW Use code: CONFIDENTCARE ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
Giving anesthesia in the operating room is unlike any other place you may have worked in the hospital. Changes happen quicker, the guardrails are off, how can you prepare to be safe and successful as a new anesthesia provider in the operating room? Check out the video for our top three preparation tips and stick around until the end for our favorite resource for new providers! Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the channel next time!
Comment your experience on overcoming failure in healthcare! Failure is scary, and yet as humans doing hard things- it is also INEVITABLE. In this episode we talk about fear of failure, imposter syndrome, and how to cope with failure when it finally comes your way as a nursing student, critical care nurse, or Nurse Anesthesia Resident. Check out our sponsor for today's video, Picmonic ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/BPX1CVN3Y9CJLDL23 Use Code: confidentcareacademy for 20% OFF ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
Comment the tips YOU have for new graduate nurses, or comment what questions you have as a new graduate nurse! The learning curve is steep for new graduate nurses in the United States, patients are sicker than ever and there isn't much support available for our new nurses-which is why we created Confident Care Academy for all of your educational & community needs. Confident Care Academy hosts an online community with a library of critical care and pharmacology lectures designed to bridge the gap between nursing school and anesthesia school-to prepare clinically excellent critical care nurses. Join the Confident Care Academy Community https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/p/confidentcare
In this episode, Anna and Chrissy dive into their shared history that brought them to become nurses, content creators, and launch the Confident Care Academy Membership Comment below on what you'd love for us to talk about next!
We want to prepare you to utilize effective study techniques at every step of your journey. In this episode, we dive deep into what the research says about studying so you can stop wasting time and get better grades. Make sure to like and subscribe if you'd like to see more of these videos! Comment your questions about studying in CRNA school! Check out Picmonic and join over 1.6 million healthcare students boosting their performance in school ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/BPX1CVN3Y9CJLDL23 Use Code: confidentcareacademy for 20% off!
Travel nursing offers the opportunity to uniquely experience new and incredible locations–but you have to be intentional in setting aside time and effort into exploring new areas. Comment which place you'd like to explore as a travel nurse and subscribe to the podcast to help us out for next time! This episode is sponsored by Fusion Marketplace. Compare travel nursing jobs from over 20 different agencies all in the same place & find the right travel nursing contract for YOU here ⏩ https://bit.ly/437nHv6 Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the channel next time!
Have you thought about starting a business? We believe that nurses are uniquely skilled communicators and self-educators–which makes nurses incredible project managers and business owners. Comment what you'd like us to talk about on the next Confident Care Academy episode!
The rundown of EVERYTHING to consider regarding grad school loans. From deciding if the cost is truly worth it, to understanding the loan options available, cost saving tips, and how to pay it all back. If CRNA school has crossed your mind for even a SECOND - you'll want to write this down in your notes app, save this, and share it with your friends.
What types of cases do CRNAs REALLY do? This is a commonly misunderstood topic; in this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we dive into facility needs, scope of practice, case variability and more!What questions do you have about the types of cases CRNAs do? Comment your questions below ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
What do travel nurses NEED to know about moving, housing, and travel contract selection in 2023? After travel nursing for 3 years-this podcast episode compiles Anna's top tips for travel nurses looking for a seamless travel nurse experience. This episode is sponsored by Fusion Marketplace. Compare travel nursing jobs from over 20 different agencies all in the same place & find the right travel nursing contract for YOU here ⏩ https://bit.ly/437nHv6 Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the channel next time!
We HATE study techniques that waste your time and lead to mediocre grades. In this episode we dive deep into what the research says about studying so you can stop wasting time and get better grades. Make sure to like and subscribe if you'd like to see more of these videos- comment what you want us to talk about next time! Check out our sponsor for today's video, Picmonic ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/confidentcareacademy (Use Code: confidentcareacademy for 20% OFF)
For most of us, the transition from nursing student (and RRNA) to nursing professional feels like jumping off a cliff. You're unsure if your clinical experience truly prepared you, and now you are responsible for people's lives. Are you really ready? In this episode, we're going to share with you our own personal struggles during times of career transition and give you the secrets that helped us thrive.
What do travel nurses need to know about travel nurse licensing? What's the scoop on CRNA licensing and credentialing? In this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we dive into all of the updated tips and tricks that will help streamline your nurse licensing & credentialing processes. Check out our sponsor Fusion Marketplace for the travel nurse jobs of your dreams ⏩ https://bit.ly/437nHv6
What do graduating nursing students need to know to pass the Next Generation NCLEX in 2023? What is different about the new NCLEX? How can you prepare yourself for success with the NCLEX-RN? In this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we do a deep dive into the UPDATED 2023 NCLEX-RN and give you the tools you need to succeed as a future RN. For comprehensive studying and NCLEX-RN preparation we are excited to partner with Picmonic! Join Picmonic and check out over 13,000 practice NCLEC-RN practice questions and join over 1.6 million healthcare students ⏩ https://www.picmonic.com/viphookup/confidentcareacademy Comment what you'd like us to talk about on our next podcast episode below!
Do you need to work in a Level I Trauma Center to get into CRNA School? In this episode we dive into what IS a Level I Trauma Center, why people often recommend it for getting into CRNA school, and why you DON'T necessarily need to work in one to get into CRNA programs! Tune in to learn more. Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the podcast next time! ◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️◽️
You DON'T have to start in med-surg as a new graduate nurse! In this episode, we're diving into EVERYTHING your nursing school DIDN'T tell you about finding your ideal job as a new graduate nurse! Drop your nursing job search questions below and let us know what you'd like for us to talk about on the podcast next time!
Do you need to take extra courses to get into CRNA School? The answer is ... MAYBE! Who should take extra courses? Which courses do you take? Where should you take them? We dive into all of the answers in this episode of Confident Care Academy Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the podcast next time!
You don't have all the answers, but you DO have your assessment. You might not know what a change means, but knowing that it's different or not normal is all you need to ask for a second set of eyes, contact the team, or advocate for your patient. Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the podcast next time!
The question of when and IF to travel nurse before starting CRNA school is complex! In this episode we cover the instances that travel nursing can HELP your application package as you apply to CRNA school, and the instances where travel nursing could HURT your application package. Comment what you'd like for us to talk about on the podcast next time!
Sedation and pain control are not the same thing! In this episode we discuss what experienced nurses, medical teams AND new graduate nurses alike often get wrong in relation to management of sedation & pain control for ventilated patients in the ICU or the ER. ➡LINKS MENTIONED: Articles on Pain and Sedation in the ICU: ⭒ https://pubs.asahq.org/anesthesiology/article/111/6/1187/9928/Pain-⭒ Assessment-Sedation-and-Analgesic ⭒ https://pubs.asahq.org/anesthesiology/article/111/6/1308/9845/Pain-Assessment-Is-Associated-with-Decreased --------------------------- CRAVING MORE IN DEPTH NEW GRAD ICU EDUCATION? JOIN THE CONFIDENT CARE MEMBERSHIP! https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/p/confidentcare MORE CONFIDENT CARE ACADEMY: Website: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/ Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bElMXUFr5R3Eyz7FnrTXC Anna's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@annaSRNA Anna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annasrna_/ Chrissy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissycrna/ PRODUCTS WE LIKE (AMAZON STOREFRONT): https://www.amazon.com/shop/chrissycrna --------------------------- ✉ CONTACT: For potential business inquiries and partnerships: hello@confidentcareacademy.com --------------------------- DISCLAIMER: Some of the links in this description might be affiliate links, which brings me a small commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for your support!
Do travel nurses and CRNAs make the same compensation profile? Is it financially worth it to take out $200k in loans to pursue a graduate degree? Financial transparency and shedding light on compensation packages is so important, that's why in this episode we decide to break down the components of staff nursing, travel nursing, staff CRNA and locums CRNA compensation profiles. Comment what you'd like us to talk about next! For comprehensive pathophysiology & pharmacology education, join us at Confident Care Academy: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/p/confidentcare BOOKS WE MENTIONED: The American Healthcare Paradox: https://a.co/d/96fmlDE A Collective Bargain: https://a.co/d/4IfUFKf MORE CONFIDENT CARE ACADEMY: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bElMXU... Website: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com Anna's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@annaSRNA Anna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annasrna_/ Chrissy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissycrna PRODUCTS WE LIKE (AMAZON STOREFRONT):https://www.amazon.com/shop/chrissycrna CONTACT: For potential business inquiries and partnerships: hello@confidentcareacademy.com
Managing an emergency situation is stressful! In this episode, we dive into the management of medical emergencies and also mental health and communication considerations for medical professionals. Join us in the Confident Care Academy membership for more in-depth lectures on all things pathophysiology! *TIP* 6:03: When you're at a code and it feels leaderless: ask the room, “Who's leading the code?” This can help assign the leader role and it doesn't come off as inappropriate if the tone is right. Also, find out who the primary provider and who their attending is and if the attending of record has been contacted. CRAVING MORE IN-DEPTH NEW GRAD ICU EDUCATION? JOIN THE NEW TO ICU MEMBERSHIP! https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/... MORE CONFIDENT CARE ACADEMY: Website: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com Anna's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY5d... Anna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annasrna_/ Chrissy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissycrna PRODUCTS WE LIKE (AMAZON STOREFRONT): https://www.amazon.com/shop/chrissycrna CONTACT: For potential business inquiries and partnerships: hello@confidentcareacademy.com
While you might not work with Swan-Ganz catheters on your unit often, principles from understanding the waveforms apply. This episode is a surface-level overview, join us in the Confident Care Academy membership for the full Swan-Ganz catheter lecture. CRAVING MORE IN-DEPTH NEW GRAD ICU EDUCATION? JOIN THE NEW TO ICU MEMBERSHIP! https://confidentcareacademy.com/p/ne... Website: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com Anna's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY5d... Anna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annasrna Chrissy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissycrna PRODUCTS WE LIKE (AMAZON STOREFRONT): https://www.amazon.com/shop/chrissycrna CONTACT: For potential business inquiries and partnerships: confidentcareacademy@gmail.com
Managing Atrial Fibrillation is common on all critical care units! In this episode, we dive into not only clinical considerations for the management of Atrial Fibrillation but also communication in urgent and emergent situations. Join us in the Confident Care Academy membership for more in-depth lectures on all things pathophysiology! CRAVING MORE IN DEPTH NEW GRAD ICU EDUCATION? JOIN THE NEW TO ICU MEMBERSHIP! https://confidentcareacademy.com/p/ne... MORE CONFIDENT CARE ACADEMY: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7bElMXU... Website: https://www.confidentcareacademy.com Anna's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY5d... Anna's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annasrna_/ Chrissy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrissycrna PRODUCTS WE LIKE (AMAZON STOREFRONT): https://www.amazon.com/shop/chrissycrna CONTACT: For potential business inquiries and partnerships: confidentcareacademy@gmail.com
In this episode, Anna and Chrissy dive deep into the topic of Heart Failure.
Mitral Regurgitation is common in critical care nursing units, but the implications and nursing considerations are not always taught in school. In this podcast-style lecture, we cover what new critical care and new ICU nurses should know in relation to the management of Mitral Regurgitation. This content is also available on Apple Music and Spotify on the Confident Care Academy channel. Want more? Join us for the New to ICU membership for lectures, community, Q&As and a structured "orientation" to critical care. https://confidentcareacademy.com/
Learning new clinical skills can be hard- especially ones that involve patient care! We talk about how to master any new skill efficiently so that you can reduce the learning curve and care with confidence faster!
We talk about vasopressors, how they work and the most common mistakes we see when using these drugs.
Learning how to talk to providers can be intimidating as a new grad nurse. In this episode, Anna and Chrissy discuss how to talk to providers so that you can communicate effectively, advocate for your patient, and feel more confident! If you want to learn more as a new grad nurse to critical care, check out New to ICU at www.confidentcareacademy.com where we give you all the tools you need to thrive as a nurse in the ICU.
In this episode Chrissy and Anna dig into common pitfalls for new nurses, reflect on their own experiences with setting boundaries and share tips for new nurses.
Nothing is worse than feeling anxious as a new grad nurse! Anna and Chrissy talk about tools, strategies, and mindset shifts that helped them overcome anxiety as new grad nurses.
Anna and Chrissy dive into all their best tips and tricks for surviving night shift as a new grad nurse!
Chrissy & Anna the cofounders of Confident Care Academy bring you the Confident Care Podcast