CRNA School Prep Academy Podcast
Ever wish you had a CRNA mentor plugged into the community who has helped THOUSANDS of nurses succeed? The CSPA community is committed to helping you not only gain acceptance into CRNA school but providing support all the way through graduation day! Tune in, get inspired, and get ready to discover why more than 6,000+ nurses turn to CRNA School Prep Academy for guidance regarding all things that the road to CRNA entails. From financial planning, interview styles, ICU experience, anesthesia cases, stress management, study tips, practice settings and so much more; whether you’re a nursing student who is exploring the possibility of becoming a CRNA, an ICU nurse actively pursuing this career path, or a current Nurse Anesthesia Resident looking for extra guidance while in school, each episode is designed to help you take immediate action on the most important strategies for planning, implementation, and achieving your dream of becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
Episodes

Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
FREE! 8 Steps to Becoming a CRNA: https://www.cspaedu.com/3m9jgffpWant Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfktoAre you contemplating whether or not becoming a CRNA is the best for your future? If you want to determine if this is a good idea for your career path, Jenny Finnell is here, presenting everything you should know about getting into a CRNA school. Together with Maureen Osuna, known as Nurse Mo with Straight A Nursing, she breaks down the pros and cons of this practice, the required educational background and work experience, and the right way to differentiate yourself as a CRNA applicant. Jenny also explains why this line of work requires not just proper training but the right level of emotional intelligence and deep self-awareness as well. Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityThousands of nurses have gained CRNA school acceptance with CRNA School Prep Academy. Join today for access to all of the tools proven to accelerate your CRNA success! Click here:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityWant Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfktoThere's an entire coagulation cascade going on in your blood vessels that is protecting you from bleeding to death. It’s complex process, and it’s easy to get lost in the intricacies of the mechanism. Lucky for us, Dr. Stephanie Woodruff, Program Director at Ursuline College Nurse Anesthesia Program joins us in this episode to give us an easier way to memorize how the coagulation cascade works. Stephanie Woodruff, DNP, CRNA, CHSENurse Anesthesia Program Director (NAPD)Associate ProfessorDr. Woodruff serves as the Program Director of SNAP. She graduated from Georgetown University in 1994 with a bachelor’s in nursing. In 1998, she received her master’s in nursing from the University of Pennsylvania and was certified as a Nurse Practitioner in Women’s Healthcare. Dr. Woodruff became a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist in 2008 after graduating with her second master’s degree from the University of Pennsylvania. In 2017, she received her DNP from Wilmington University. She is the State Peer Advisor for Pennsylvania through the AANA and is a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Anesthetist Wellness Committee. Dr. Woodruff continues to practice clinically once a week.Get your note-taking tools and tune in!Fast-Track Your CRNA Interview Prep with our CRNA Interview Crash Course! https://www.cspaedu.com/4wotmldsHave you gained acceptance to CRNA school? Congratulations! Prepare with the #1 pre-anesthesia curriculum, as recommended by CRNA program faculty. Start the NAR Boot Camp today: https://www.cspaedu.com/bootcampJoin the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityThousands of nurses have gained CRNA school acceptance with CRNA School Prep Academy. Join today for access to all of the tools proven to accelerate your CRNA success! Click here:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Get your FREE Phenylephrine Study Guide here: https://www.cspaedu.com/Neo-SynephrineWhat is phenylephrine (neo-synephrine)? How does it work? This is the final installment of our vasopressor series, where today Jenny Finnell is diving deep into the world of Phenylephrine, commonly known as Neo. This episode promises to unravel the complexities of a drug that's a staple in the operating room but requires a nuanced understanding to use effectively. Tune in!FREE! 8 Steps to Becoming a CRNA: https://www.cspaedu.com/3m9jgffp Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityThousands of nurses have gained CRNA school acceptance with CRNA School Prep Academy. Join today for access to all of the tools proven to accelerate your CRNA success! Click here:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.com

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
➡️ Get your FREE Epinephrine Study Guide Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/EpinephrineFREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4Last time, Jenny Finnell discussed all about norepinephrine. For this episode, she delves into epinephrine, the hormone also known as adrenaline. Jenny explains why it is crucial for the body’s flight-or-fight response, presents its dose calculations and mixtures, and shares some fun trivia and facts.Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityThousands of nurses have gained CRNA school acceptance with CRNA School Prep Academy. Join today for access to all of the tools proven to accelerate your CRNA success! Click here:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/community👉 Get Your Free Norepinephrine Study Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/Norepinephrine Want Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfktoNorepinephrine is a naturally occurring chemical in the body that acts both as a hormone and a neurotransmitter. Since it is one of the most frequently used drugs in ICUs, expect to be asked about it during CRNA school interviews. Jenny Finnell is here to break down norepinephrine, talking about its major uses and how it is terminated within the body. She also details its mechanism of action at a cellular level and offers a free study guide to help you with your application prep.Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityThousands of nurses have gained CRNA school acceptance with CRNA School Prep Academy. Join today for access to all of the tools proven to accelerate your CRNA success! Click here:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
FREE! 8 Steps to Becoming a CRNA: https://www.cspaedu.com/3m9jgffpYou can only get yourself as far in your CRNA journey as you allow yourself. Unfortunately, some of us are held back from what we now know as the Impostor Syndrome. It’s time we tackle this often overlooked topic and instill more confidence in aspiring CRNAs. Dr. Jeff Darna, CRNA, DNP, and Co-Program Director at Keck School of Medicine of USC joins Dr. Richard Wilson for Episode 7 of the Nurse Anesthesia Educators Unplugged Podcast, a podcast exclusively for CRNA School Prep Academy students. Here's a sneak peek of their discussion as they tackle the topic of Impostor Syndrome, including insights into how it impacts the Healthcare field, including aspiring CRNAs and Nurse Anesthesia Residents, and how to overcome it. Listen to the full episode inside CRNA School Prep Academy today! Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet Complete Access to This Episode and the Entire Nurse Anesthesia Educators: Unplugged Library PLUS ALL of the Planning, Application & Interview Prep Tools and Resources That Have Helped More Than 3,000 Nurses Gain Acceptance Into CRNA School. Join CRNA School Prep Academy Today:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityWant Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfktoWhat do you need to know to become a CRNA in 2024 and beyond? The landscape has shifted post-COVID, and the competition for CRNA school has intensified. Despite misconceptions of saturation, the CRNA market is booming, offering lucrative career opportunities. However, with the increased competition, it's more crucial than ever to understand what sets you apart from the CRNA school competition. Join our host Jenny Finnell as we explore strategies to navigate this competitive field and secure success in your CRNA journey. Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet access to application & interview preparation resources plus ICU Educational Workshops that have been proven to accelerate your CRNA success!Become a member of CRNA School Prep Academy:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityWant Guaranteed CRNA School Admission? Learn More about the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfktoHow competitive is a CRNA school in 2024, a world changed by the pandemic and currently dealing with unpredictable economic challenges? In this episode, Jenny Finnell talks about the current competitiveness of getting in such a school as far as the trends go. She also opens up about the mistakes she made during her own CRNA application and interview, as well as how she owned up to them. Additional Resources:FREE! 10 Clinical Questions and Answers - CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/interview-guidePurchase the CRNA School Interview Clinical Questions Study Guide- 88 Questions Complete WITH ANSWERS!https://app.teachrn.com/services/143Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet access to application & interview preparation resources plus ICU Educational Workshops that have been proven to accelerate your CRNA success!Become a member of CRNA School Prep Academy:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
FREE! CRNA School Interview Prep Guide: https://www.cspaedu.com/uc9a5ih4Everyone who wishes to enter a CRNA school is required to have ICU experience. But you can further leverage your learnings in that area to build a career in anesthesia. In this episode, guest host Rick Heuermann, an anesthesia resident, explains how to utilize your ICU knowledge to reduce your learning curve toward anesthesia school. He breaks down the four essential things to focus on, detailing how to hone them in the ICU and then use them in CRNA school. Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet access to application & interview preparation resources plus ICU Educational Workshops that have been proven to accelerate your CRNA success!Become a member of CRNA School Prep Academy:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.comGet into CRNA School- Guaranteed! Start the CSPA 12-Month Intensive Today! Click Here: https://www.cspaedu.com/meblfkto

Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Wednesday Feb 07, 2024
Join our Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityFREE! 8 Steps to Becoming a CRNA: https://www.cspaedu.com/3m9jgffpThe journey to becoming a CRNA is never smooth sailing. But just like the best goals out there, you have to face tough challenges to make the reward sweeter. In today’s episode, we have Nurse Anesthesia Residents Cordero and Monica commiserate with you on your CRNA journey by sharing some of the hardest and most difficult concepts and topics they have learned in CRNA school so far. From local to regional anesthesia to research and more, Cordero and Monica show us that the path to becoming a CRNA is indeed challenging yet filled with valuable experiences. Tune in and know that you are not alone. Let this episode inspire you to keep going on your CRNA path. Have you gained acceptance to CRNA school? Congratulations! Prepare with the #1 pre-anesthesia curriculum, as recommended by CRNA program faculty. Start the NAR Boot Camp today: https://www.cspaedu.com/bootcamp Join the Free CSPA Community! Connect with a network of Aspiring CRNAs, Nurse Anesthesia Residents, practicing CRNAs and CRNA Program Faculty Mentors here: https://www.cspaedu.com/communityGet access to application & interview preparation resources plus ICU Educational Workshops that have been proven to accelerate your CRNA success!Become a member of CRNA School Prep Academy:https://cspaedu.com/joinGet CRNA School insights sent straight to your inbox! Sign up for the CSPA email newsletter: https://www.cspaedu.com/podcast-emailBook a mock interview, resume or personal statement critique, transcript review and more: www.teachrn.com