#25 – Transitioning to Practice – Jon Lowrance, MSN, CRNA




From the Head of the Bed show

Summary: This episode covers advice for the last six months of anesthesia school, transitioning out of school and into the first six months of your CRNA practice!<br> The year encompassing your last six months of anesthesia school through your first six months of practice is a big one!  There’s such a learning curve you will encounter from studying for boards to landing your first anesthesia job through your first several months of practice.  It’s an amazing time and well worth all the hard work and effort!<br> Check out the podcast and please feel free to offer your own insights/advice in the comments section.<br> Topics covered:<br> <br> * Wrapping up anesthesia school:  your project/thesis, landing a job and tips for boards<br> * Transitioning out of school – it goes by fast!<br> * The first six months of practice:  tips for your practice, your ability to influence others and finances!<br> <br> I mentioned this article in the podcast:<br> <a href="http://www.aana.com/newsandjournal/20102019/infection-dexamethasone-0815-pp281-288.pdf">Assante, J., Collins, S., &amp; Hewer, I. (2015). Infection Associated With Single-Dose Dexamethasone for Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting: A Literature Review. AANA Journal, 83(4), 281-288.</a><br>