Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
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Latest news from Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists. Our mission is to promote safe anesthesia care and to advance and enhance the art and science of the profession of nurse anesthesia in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
1w ago
The VANA Communications Committee was excited to hear from State Senator Glen Sturtevant. Virginia legislators are critical for accomplishing VANA’s legislative goals and it’s important that we engage in ongoing conversations, community events, and meetings to share our stories. Continue reading to learn more about Senator Sturtevant’s background and experience ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
1w ago
Currently under federal and Virginia law, CRNAs must be supervised by a physician. The law stipulates, however, that states may “opt-out” from the federal supervision requirement. The map below identifies the states that have so far chosen to opt-out of the requirement, with more working to make this change each ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
1w ago
This month, VANA spoke with Bridget Wolfe, CRNA of MedStream Anesthesia at Fauquier Health (Warrenton, VA). We discussed her military background, the importance of advocacy, and why CRNAs are critical to the success of healthcare in Virginia. Can you share a bit about yourself and your background? I graduated ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
1w ago
What are the indications for mechanical ventilation in a post-operative patient? (Select 2.) Respiratory rate of 8 PaO2 of 52 mmHg on room air Inspiratory force of 23 cm/H20 PCO2 of 55 Blockade of the stellate ganglion may manifest in which physiological response? Profuse sweating Exophthalmos Mydriasis Vasodilation ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
3M ago
This fall, VANA had the opportunity to speak with Danielle Donovan, an second-year SRNA from Mary Baldwin University. If you’re a student interested in speaking to The Monitor about your experience, please reach out to the communications committee. Can you tell us a bit about your background and why ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
3M ago
This month, VANA spoke with Cheryl Miller, Administrator for Virginia Endoscopy Group to learn more about her role in leadership, upcoming plans, and why CRNA’s are critical to Virginia’s success. Can you tell us a bit about yourself and your role? I’m Cheryl Miller, the Administrator for Virginia Endoscopy ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
3M ago
This month, VANA is excited to profile Amy Wielar, a pediatric cardiac CRNA who practices and teaches in the Richmond area. With over 20 years of experience, her insights into such a critical practice area can help so many of us learn and grow. I’ve been a CRNA for ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
6M ago
RICHMOND, Va. – Following the passage of Senate Bill 33 by the Virginia Senate on Tuesday, the following joint statement was issued from Maria Hirsch, president of the Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists and the following supporters: Brian Brown, incoming CRNA Sr. at VCU Community Memorial Hospital; Jean Snyder, DNAP, CRNA, co-owner ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
7M ago
Thank you to all who attend the December 18th legislative update webinar with Maria Hirsch and Meredith Joyner. We were grateful to have so many of you in attendance eager to learn about the upcoming General Assembly session. Just in case you missed anything, or were unable to attend, we ..read more
Virginia Association of Nurse Anesthetists Blog
7M ago
This month, VANA spoke with Jan Setnor, MSN, CRNA, Col (Ret) USAFR, NC, incoming president of the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) about her election, experience testifying before Congress, and the year ahead. Let’s start by talking about your AANA election and why you felt it was so ..read more