Learn with VANA: How Does Opting-Out Work?
It’s critical to remember that opt-out does not change scope of practice laws for CRNAs, it only impacts reimbursement policy with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Opt-out specifically […]
Legislative Spotlight: State Senator Glen Sturtevant
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 […]
Board Questions – Spring 2024
1. What is the current recommendation for the MINIMUM fasting time in hours for ingesting nonhuman milk? 2 4 6 8 2. A patient sustains acute airway nerve injuries, […]
VANA By the Numbers – March 2024
As the 2024 session of the General Assembly concludes, we wanted to thank everyone who helped us during the past several months. Just look at the impact we all had: […]
Instructor Profile: Amy Wielar
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 […]
Health Center Administrator: Cheryl Miller
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. […]
SRNA Profile: Danielle Donovan
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 […]
Board Questions – 2023 Winter Newsletter
A 32-year-old female patient is undergoing general anesthesia with propofol, rocuronium, and remifentanil for an appendectomy. During the general anesthesia, carbon dioxide (CO2) measurements have started to be recorded even […]
VANA By The Numbers
Here’s a quick look by the numbers at some of the action VANA members have been up to recently: 86 VANA members registered to attend the December 18 legislative update […]
Where in the World are VANA CRNAs: Mary O’Hanley
This month, VANA spoke with Mary O’Hanley, a nurse anesthetist from North American Partners in Anesthesia (NAPA) about her experience volunteering abroad with World Pediatric Project. If you have volunteered […]