Leading with Leadership: A Conversation with Debra Diaz, CRNA, DNP, APRN, FAANA, AANA Region 2 Director
This month, VANA spoke with Debra Diaz, CRNA, DNP, APRN, FAANA, and an AANA Region 2 Director about her leadership journey, the importance of leadership skills and continuous learning, as […]
VANA Needs A PAC Chair!
Are you motivated to help advance your profession? Do you want to have an impact on the policy decisions being made by Virginia legislators? Can you spare a few hours […]
Delegate Sickles Receives Legislative Hero Award
VANA was proud to present Delegate […]
Mary Baldwin University Legislative Visit
Mary Baldwin University nurse anesthesiology program hosts Delegate Chris Runion and legislative staff to learn more about CRNAs In late July, the nurse anesthesiology program at the Mary Baldwin University […]
Legislator Interview: Senator Emily Jordan
The VANA Communications Committee was excited to hear from State Senator Emily Jordan. Virginia legislators are critical for accomplishing VANA’s legislative goals and it’s important that we engage in ongoing […]
Debbie Barber: Access to Care
This month, VANA spoke with Debbie Barber, CRNA from Kentucky about her experience as a CRNA for over 30 years in Kentucky, an opt-out state since 2012. Debbie was elected […]
CRNAs vs. Anesthesiologists
CRNAs and Anesthesiologists: What’s the difference? Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and anesthesiologists both play critical roles in the delivery of anesthesia. While CRNAs and anesthesiologists specialize in anesthesia care, […]
Board Questions – Summer 2024
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 […]
VANA By The Numbers – Summer 2024
As the spring semester concludes for nurse anesthesia students, here’s a look at some great highlights from around the state this year: Mary Baldwin University (MBU): Derek Owens and junior […]
VANA in the Military: How CRNAs Impact Virginia’s Success
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 […]