Anesthesia Deconstructed: Moving Anesthesia Forward

From ICU to CRNA: How Social Media is Transforming Nursing Education


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Keywords

CRNA, nursing education, TikTok, Confident Care Academy, mentorship, cardiac anesthesia, online learning, healthcare, nursing community, media impact

Summary

 In this engaging conversation, Joseph Rodriguez speaks with Chrissy Massaro, a prominent CRNA and founder of Confident Care Academy. They discuss the evolution of nursing education in the age of social media, the challenges faced by new nurses transitioning to CRNAs, and the importance of mentorship. Chrissy shares her journey from being a nurse to creating an online platform that bridges the educational gap for nurses. They also explore her clinical practice in cardiac anesthesia and her aspirations for the future of Confident Care Academy, including the development of an app and a mentor network.

Takeaways

  • Chrissy Massaro is a pioneer CRNA on TikTok, using social media to educate and connect with aspiring nurses.
  • Confident Care Academy was created to address the educational gap for ICU nurses transitioning to CRNA roles.
  • The importance of mentorship in nursing and CRNA education is emphasized throughout the conversation.
  • Chrissy's clinical experience in cardiac anesthesia showcases the evolving role of CRNAs in high-stakes environments.
  • The conversation highlights the impact of new media on nursing education and professional development.
  • Chrissy's journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of pursuing a career in nursing against societal expectations.
  • The future vision for Confident Care Academy includes developing an app for easy access to clinical education.
  • Chrissy aims to advocate for policy changes in healthcare through her research and future PhD studies.
  • The discussion reveals the significance of community support among CRNAs and nursing professionals on social media.
  • Chrissy's story inspires others to take action and pursue their passions in nursing and education.

Chapters

00:00The Birth of Confident Care Academy

02:17Creating an Educational Service Business

03:13Intro to Chrissy Massaro

05:29The Impact of COVID-19 on Nursing Education

08:02Personal Journey and Overcoming Barriers

11:04The Growth of Confident Care Academy

13:56Future Aspirations and Educational Innovations

21:05The Impact of Social Media on Professional Perception

23:07Mentorship and Accessibility in Healthcare

26:56Navigating the Path to a PhD

31:03Clinical Practice and Cardiac Anesthesia

38:00Future Aspirations and Policy Advocacy

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Anesthesia Deconstructed: Moving Anesthesia ForwardBy Mike MacKinnon and Joe Rodriguez

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