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Confident Care Academy
by Chrissy CRNA and Anna CRNA
A Podcast for Critical Care Nurses and Aspiring CRNAs hosted by Anna Jobe and Chrissy Massaro. Together Chrissy and Anna bring you real talk about everything they WISH they knew as critical care nurses!
Episodes
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CRNA School as a Non-US Citizen with Milo Bescher
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…
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Starting an Anesthesia Education Business with Core Anesthesia
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...
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CRNA Advocacy with Matt McCoy
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…
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Navigating CRNA School as a Parent
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…
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Pediatric Anesthesia with Kate Freedman
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...
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Paralysis in the ICU | What ICU Nurses Need to Know about Paralytic Drips
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…
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CRNA School Interview Tips | When to start preparing, Applicant mistakes and more
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...
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How Should You Study For the NCLEX in 2023 | New Updates, Studying Effectively and Exam Day Tips
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...
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How to Study Pharmacology | Review of Propofol
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...
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Professional Development
🔗 LINK MENTIONED: ⏭ Professionalism in Medicine: https://www.mindtools.com/av44li2/professionalism ⏭ SWOT Analysis: https://www.mindtools.com/aaiakpy/personal-swot-analysis 📕 Helpful Resources for SRNAs and CRNAs ➡ Join the Conquer Critical Care Membership https://www.confidentcareacademy.com/...
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Your First Induction of Anesthesia | The rundown of inducing general anesthesia for beginners
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…
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Growing Thick Skin in the ICU as a new graduate nurse
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:...
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5 Tips for Giving Report as a New Nurse
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…
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How to Make Money as a Nurse Influencer: 5 Tips for Building a Presence on Social Media
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…
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Your first day in the OR | How to prepare for your first day in the Operating Room as an RRNA
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…
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Overcoming Failure as a Nurse | Imposter Syndrome and practicing self-compassion
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...
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5 Essential Lessons for New Grad Nurses | Practicing communication, prioritizing self care and more
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...
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How We Got Here | Our Origin Stories, How we started our business and more!
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! 📕 Helpful Resources for SRNAs and CRNAs ➡ Join the Conquer Critical...
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Studying Differences In CRNA School vs Nursing School | Study techniques and time management
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!…
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Traveling & Exploring an Area as a Travel Nurse | Enjoying your stay and making new friends
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…
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Nurse Entrepreneurship | What we've learned in our first year of business
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! 🔗 LINKS MENTIONED ➡…
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How to Afford CRNA School | Everything you need to know about Grad School Loans
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…
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What kind of cases do CRNAs REALLY give anesthesia for?
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…
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Master the Art of Moving: Tips for Travel Nurses and RRNAs
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.…
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How to Get Better Grades: Science-Based Study Tips That Save 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…
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Owning Your Role: How to transition from student to professional (for nurses and CRNAs)
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...
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Don't Lose Money With Credentialing Delays | How to Speed Up the Licensing Process
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....
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Everything You Need to Know About the Next Generation NCLEX 2023: New Changes and Study Tips (feat. Picmonic)
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...
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The Myth of the Level One Trauma Center | Do you need to work in one to get into CRNA school?
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....
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Nursing Job Search | What nursing school didn't tell you!
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...
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CRNA School Prerequisites | Taking extra courses? Where to take them?
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...
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The Ultimate Tool for Every ICU Nurse…Your Nursing Assessment!
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…
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Travel Nurse Before CRNA School?
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...
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ICU Nurse MISTAKES| CRNA & SRNA talk Sedation vs Pain Control
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…
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Compare Travel Nurse & CRNA Income - Is the Investment in CRNA School Worth it?
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…
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Code Blue Management | Mental Health and Communication for Medical Professionals
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...
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Cardiac ICU Nursing I Swan-Ganz Catheters & Hemodynamic Monitoring in the CVICU
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…
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What ICU & ER Nurses NEED to know about Atrial Fibrillation
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...
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ICU & ER Nursing tips for Heart Failure in 2023
In this episode, Anna and Chrissy dive deep into the topic of Heart Failure.
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ICU & ER Nursing What Nurses NEED to know about Mitral Regurgitation
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...
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Learning and MASTERING Nursing Skills in 2023
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!
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MISTAKES with Vasopressors | Understanding Epinephrine, Levophed, Vasopressin & More in 2023
We talk about vasopressors, how they work and the most common mistakes we see when using these drugs.
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New Nurse in the ICU? 10 Tips to Effectively Communicate with Confidence
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…
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Nurse Bullying? Dealing with Boundaries & Bullies as a New Registered Nurse
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.
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ANXIETY as Critical Care Nurses I Mental Health in the ICU
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.
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NIGHT SHIFT TIPS I Working Nightshift as a Nurse
Anna and Chrissy dive into all their best tips and tricks for surviving night shift as a new grad nurse!
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New Grad Nurse Survival Tips
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A Podcast for Critical Care Nurses and Aspiring CRNAs hosted by Anna Jobe and Chrissy Massaro. Together Chrissy and Anna bring you real talk about everything they WISH they knew as critical care nurses!
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Confident Care Academy is created and hosted by Chrissy CRNA and Anna CRNA.
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