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In 2024, we celebrate the 20th anniversary of the AANA Wellness Program, a milestone reflecting two decades of dedication to supporting CRNAs/nurse anesthesiologists and RRNAs through the challenges of substance use disorder and mental health. This journey includes pivotal moments like the creation of the AANA Helpline and the impact of COVID-19 on member wellness. […]

On July 16, the National Board on Certification and Recertification of Nurse Anesthetists (NBCRNA) announced details of the Maintaining Anesthesia Certification (MAC) Program, which launches on August 1, 2024. The MAC Program replaces the Continued Professional Certification Program (CPC) Program. According to the NBCRNA announcement “MAC offers a streamlined four-year certification cycle and is designed

Each year, using a standardized, evidence-based process, the AANA Practice Committee, AANA Professional Practice staff, advisory panels, and subject matter experts, review, evaluate, and revise resource documents found in the Professional Practice Manual for the CRNA and on the AANA website. Just published online, the AANA Journal Practice News column “Supporting CRNA Clinical Practice: A

The market for CRNAs/nurse anesthetists will grow by nearly 38% by 2032—much faster than the average growth of other professions—according to a new report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The report includes the latest statistics on the field, including pay by region and practice environment. Learn more. 

On Thursday, June 27, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will host an all-day public meeting titled “Understanding Current Use of Ketamine for Emerging Areas of Therapeutic Interest.” FDA is offering registration either virtually or in-person in Washington, D.C. Currently, ketamine is FDA-approved for induction and maintenance in general anesthesia; Esketamine nasal spray is

The Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs (COA) is seeking nominations for a University Administrator Director and a Public Director.  Candidates must be available to attend three-day COA meetings, held in January, May, and October, in addition to an orientation meeting on October 22, 2024. The term of office is three years, beginning

The American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) recently announced that it has selected 49 distinguished leaders in the profession of nurse anesthesiology as candidates to be inducted into its 2024 Class of Fellows. The inductees, who will be recognized for their significant contributions to the profession, will have their achievements celebrated at the AANA Annual Congress,

Did you know that AANA members can receive a free electronic copy of the 2024 Compensation & Benefits Report? Members who complete the 2024 Practice Profile and Compensation & Benefits Member Survey by May 15 will have the opportunity to receive a free electronic copy of the AANA Compensation & Benefits Report. To receive your

Have you considered lending the AANA your talent, knowledge, and expertise as a member of an AANA Fiscal Year 2025 Committee? Committee applications are open until April 30, 2024.  If you are already on a committee, please remember that terms are for one-year, and you must reapply if you wish to remain for another term

May 20, 7 p.m. CST The Resident Roundtable is an open and judgment-free online peer-to-peer support session related to the RRNA experience and other topics affecting RRNAs. A Clinical Case Manager from the Indiana Professionals Recovery Program (IPRP) will lead the session with RRNA panel members from the AANA Health & Wellness Committee and Peer