About the Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop
Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop
Sunday, February 25, 2024
We invite you to join us for our 4th Annual Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop on Sunday, February 25, 2024. NARs will hear from experts and peers about the best ways to manage varying aspects of their CRNA careers.
The workshop will consist of three main topic areas:
- Tips and tricks to know while in CRNA school.
- Finding success post-graduation.
- Taking care of yourself and your wellness.
CE Credit: Class A CE credits are not available for this workshop.
Registration
Registration Fee:
- NAR: Complimentary
- RN: $25
- CRNA: $100 – Your registration fee will be donated to the CANA Foundation to help us support future NAR education.
SOLD OUT – Registration is now closed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The NAR Workshop will be hosted using Zoom Events. When you click the registration button above, you will be redirected to the Zoom Events page. If you have an existing Zoom account, you may register using your existing account. If you do not have an account, you may register using an email address. Follow the prompts to complete your registration.
To learn more about how to use Zoom Events, click here.
Interested in Sponsorship?
Sponsor the NAR Workshop and support the future of the CRNA profession! Benefits include:
- 2 Sponsor Features on CANA Social Media of Your Choice (FB, Instagram, or X)
- Logo recognition on the event website, email marketing, and during the welcome presentation.
- Verbal recognition during the event.
- Post-meeting list of attendees.
Learn more and sign up to sponsor the NAR workshop here.
Schedule
Please note that all times are Pacific Time. The schedule is subject to change.
8:00 – 8:15 AM | Welcome Remarks
8:15 – 9:00 AM | Adult Learning Strategies – Important in the Classroom and Clinical Training
Presenter: Richard P. Wilson, DNAP, CRNA, FAANA – Dream Maker Anesthesia Services, LLC
9:00 – 9:30 AM | Emotional Intelligence and Implications for NARs and CRNAs
Presenter: Dianna Heikkila, PhD, CRNA, Samuel Merritt University
9:30 – 9:45 AM | Networking Break
Network with other attendees virtually.
9:45 – 10:30 AM | Student Loan Repayment
Presenters: Sam Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP® Student Loan Advisor and Scotty McDonald, CSLP®, Student Loan Advisor, Student Loan Planner
10:30 – 10:45 AM | Networking Break
Network with other attendees virtually.
10:45 – 11:45 AM | Panel Discussion: Approaches to Managing a Challenging Preceptor
Panel:
- Savannah Dominguez, DNP, CRNA, RN – Stanford Healthcare (Moderator)
- Maleana Barnett, CRNA
- Heidi Machen, NAR – USC
- Hailey Reynolds, CRNA
11:45 AM – 12:45 PM | Active vs Passive Learning in a Clinical Setting: Steps for Success
Presenter: Richard P. Wilson, DNAP, CRNA, FAANA – Dream Maker Anesthesia Services, LLC
12:45 – 1:15 PM | Working Lunch Breakout: NAR / RN Meet & Greet
Are you an RN looking advice for what to expect while at CRNA school? Or do you have questions about a specific program? Or do you want advice on how best to manage school, life, and maybe a full-time or part-time job?
This is your chance to hear direct from those who are currently residents at California’s best CRNA programs in the state. Join them for an open and honest Q&A period – bring your lunch with you!
Panelists:
- Jessica Martinez, NAR – USC
- Jasmine Juwvipart, NAR – Samuel Merritt University
- Maggie Goetsch, NAR – Samuel Merritt University
- Molly Niemuth, NAR – Samuel Merritt University
- Morgan Garcia, NAR – Samuel Merritt University
Stay tuned for more panelist updates!
12:45 – 1:15 PM | Working Lunch Breakout: What Makes Nurse Anesthesia Residents Anxious?
Join us for another great session, hosted by the CANA Wellness Committee.
Presenters:
- Charles A Griffis, PhD, CRNA, FAANA – UCLA School of Nursing (Committee Chair)
- Amanda Farris, NAR – University of Southern California
- Jewell Morris, NAR – University of Southern California
1:15 – 2:15 PM | NBCRNA Overview and Update
Presenter: Christopher Gill, PhD, MBA, CRNA, ACNPC-AG, FACHE, Chief Credentialing Officer, NBCRNA
2:15 – 3:00 PM | Breakout Session: The Best Way to Prep for a Case – Chief Clinical Coordinator Perspective
Hear from the state’s Chief Clinical Coordinators about the best way to prep for cases, and more!
Panelists:
- Savannah Dominguez, DNP, CRNA, RN – Stanford Healthcare (Moderator)
- Richard Golub, CRNA – Clinical Coordinator, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Mental Health and Wellness
- Natalia MacDougall, MSN, CRNA – Assistant Nurse Anesthetist Manager, UCLA Health
- Robert Olson, DNAP, CRNA – Clinical Coordinator, LA General Medical Center
- Christy Davis, CRNA – Chief Executive Officer, Tip Top Anesthesia
2:15 – 3:00 PM | Breakout Session: RN Admissions
What does it take to get admitted to the CRNA program of your choice? Hear directly from those who run admissions at their respective programs!
Panelists:
- Erica McCall, DNP, MPH, CRNA – Assistant Program Director, USC (Moderator)
- Richard P. Wilson, DNAP, CRNA, FAANA – Dream Maker Anesthesia Services, LLC
- Jake Sareerak, DNP, CRNA, CHSE – Assistant Professor, Samuel Merritt University
Check back often for panelist updates!
3:00 – 4:00 PM | Don‘t Worry, It’s Not Addictive: The Addicted Healthcare Provider
Presenter: Rex Eaton, MSN, CRNA – Senior Business Development Manager, Stryker; and Co-Founder, Parkdale Consulting – Drug Diversion Prevention