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In countless operating rooms, delivery suites, and trauma settings across the country, you’ll find CRNAs practicing the science and heart of anesthesia. These highly trained professionals guide patients through their most vulnerable moments with unmatched skill, compassion, and reassurance. Whether it’s a child undergoing their first operation, a wounded soldier on the front lines, or […]
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The Tennessee Association of Nurse Anesthetists is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Moon, DNP, CRNA, as the new District V Director. Steven brings a blend of clinical expertise, academic experience, and advocacy to this leadership role. Since the beginning of his nurse anesthesia training, he has been deeply engaged in TANA through committee
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We are happy to announce the results of the 2026 TANA elections, which were formally shared during the Business Meeting at TANA’s 88th Annual Meeting. Please join us in congratulating the following leaders who will help guide our association in the year ahead: President-Elect: Jerrod Weems, MSN, CRNA, APRN District II Director: Meagan Seratt, DNP,
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Are you interested in learning more about how TANA works to advocate for CRNAs & SRNAs across our state? Would you like to become more involved in advocating for your profession, but aren’t sure how or where to start? Serving on a TANA committee is the perfect place to get connected! TANA committees are an essential part
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The 88th Annual Meeting TANA’s 2025 Patty Cornwell Practitioner of the Year Award was awarded to Tim Harper, CRNA. This award is voted on annually by the TANA Board and given to a TANA member in good standing who has made a significant contribution to the profession of nurse anesthesia in Tennessee. The purpose of
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The Tennessee Association of Nurse Anesthetists’ Political Action Committee (IMPACT) is throwing a party, and you’re invited! All proceeds will benefit the TANA PAC, helping to protect and advance the profession of CRNAs across Tennessee. Date & Time Saturday, October 11 from 7:00 – 11:00 PM Location Tin Roof 2, Franklin, Tennessee What’s Included Round-trip
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Join us for TANA’s 88th Annual Meeting, October 10-12, 2025, at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs! Register now and be sure to book your hotel room by September 17 to secure the group rate. Rooms sell out fast!
In 2024, Eva Hardin, MSN, MBA, CRNA, became Tennessee’s second nurse anesthetist certified in nonsurgical pain management (NSPM). Her achievement marked an important milestone in an effort to grow the nurse anesthesia profession’s presence in the pain management (PM) field. Eva’s motivation for taking her career in that direction was, however, far more personal. “The
TANA congratulates Katy Chmelicek, DNP, JD, CRNA, for being chosen as the 2025 recipient of the Patty Cornwell Stewardship and Advocacy Scholarship! Katy graduated in May from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) in Memphis and passed the National Certification Exam this summer to become a CRNA. The fifth recipient of the scholarship,
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CRNAs, SRNAs, and Faculty—this is YOUR meeting. We invite you to be part of the TANA 88th Annual Meeting, happening October 10–12, 2025 in Franklin, Tennessee. This annual gathering brings together nurse anesthesia professionals and students from across the state and beyond for three days of education, connection, and inspiration. Whether you’re looking to earn
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