This is what happens when a nurse anesthesia program is intentional with diversifying a nurse anesthesia cohort at Cedar Crest Collège
One year later….still together to study and support each other as one accord to become future CRNAs.
Empowering.
As per Chantel Gordon: I just wanted to share with you that WE successfully completed our first year of CRNA school yesterday, sticking together like glue and supporting each other through everything… thank YOU so much for all you do in represent us!
A crna•ish story in planting future CRNA seeds of opportunity in Chicago..
Diversity CRNA 2024 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop hosted at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science.
Nurse Anesthesia Student Moderator, Cordero Abdullah (August 16th - 18th)
Hope to inspire others to help us diversify the field of nurse anesthesia. Of the 60,000 CRNAs, here in America with a mere 4% African-American background.
Nurse Anesthesia Student Panelist for the Diversity CRNA 2024 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop hosted at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science.
Monica Lebron, Franciscan Missionaries Our Lady University will speak on balancing DNP journey with spouse, Cordero Abdullah in the Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science Nurse Anesthesia Program.
Quite often, as an avid reader of truth…
I will post quotes from prolific Black authors, civil right leaders & writers with the likes of James Baldwin, Maya Angelou, Zora Neale Hurston, Marian Wright Edelman, Bell Hooks, Langston Hughes & more celebrating diverse CRNAs & future CRNAs.
More often, I see Black critical care nurses who are accepted or matriculating in nurse anesthesia programs, share the same quotes in their own social media posts!
I see you...Nick Ross, Nurse Anesthesia Student Texas Christian University quoting Marian Wright Edelman, “You can’t be, what you can’t see!”
In videos: Nick actively engaged at the Diversity CRNA 2022 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop at VCU!
I see you!
Paulene Noseñas, SRNA on journey at Advent Health DNAP University Nurse Anesthesia Program!
In September, she will share her different clinical anesthesia rotations experience. Also, Paulene will be speaking on focused studying regimen to ICU RNs as a nurse anesthesia student panelist at the Diversity CRNA 2024 Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop hosted at Duke University.
In 2019, as a critical care nurse, she attended a Diversity CRNA Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop at Texas Christian University!
Keep going...keep growing!
Earned Not Given…
Taranjeet Singh Rathore starting National University Nurse Anesthesia Program as a graduate student.
Taranjeet attended 4 Diversity CRNA Information Session & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop Events.
And, published manuscript on Sikhism & Patient Care and early interest in PhD trajectory.
Video Question of the day: How many CRNA schools did I apply to???
A crna•ish story on early professional socialization & mentoring with acceptance into a renowned nurse anesthesia program
I see you Kyle Joseph Credle, MSN, RN, CCRN accepted & presently matriculating at Virginia Commonwealth University Nurse Anesthesia Program surrounded by mentors!
In video: as an ICU Nurse, Kyle intubating at the Diversity CRNA 2023 Info & Airway Simulation Lab Workshop at Virginia Commonwealth University.
As per Kyle: I met so many amazing individuals and wishing them all the best in their Anesthesia journey. Grateful to be apart of a nurse anesthesia program that cares about diversity and inclusion in healthcare makes it better!
These next three years of my doctoral journey will be challenging, sacrifice, and being uncomfortable at times, but I am ready for it all because I got this village behind me!
Repeat after me...I will be a CRNA!
LAST DAY OF CLINICAL...
Completing the last day of clinical rotation brings an overwhelming sense of joy and accomplishment, marking the end of countless early mornings and long days filled with unwavering dedication.
The journey through clinical logs, meticulous care plans, and steadfast commitment to patient safety has been challenging, with every moment spent under the watchful eyes of preceptors shaping you into a more skilled and confident SRNA.
As you close this chapter, the satisfaction of knowing you have met all the rigorous clinical hours and skill requirements, grown professionally, and made a positive impact on patient care is deeply rewarding. This milestone signifies not just the end of a demanding period, but the beginning of a promising future career as a nurse anesthetist.
And, just like that, Kelly Bernard Igwe from Texas Wesleyan University completed last clinical anesthesia rotation.
Today, I FINALLY completed by clinical residency and I couldn’t be happier that this chapter is complete!!
850+ cases
3100 hours
Next up…graduation & CRNA boards!!
A proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
And, just like that, Ogechi Ujari, DNAP Nurse Anesthesia Student from Texas Wesleyan University completed her last clinical rotation!
Next up…graduation & CRNA boards!
Let me tell you, 14 year old Ogechi would be so wide-eyed & proud seeing everything she claimed for come true.
Repeat after me...I will be a CRNA!
And, just like that, all three completed their last clinical anesthesia residency from Texas Wesleyan University
Next up, graduation & CRNA boards!
I see you...Mark Esho, Kelly Bernard Igwe and Ross-Andre Edwards! Black excellence in Nurse Anesthesia!!
Repeat after me...I will be a CRNA!
Cordero Abdullah, Nurse Anesthesia Student from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine Science surrounded by excellence and supported by two recent graduates from the same graduate program, Dr. Shayla Giles, DNP, CRNA & Dr. Charde French, DNP, CRNA.
Another clinical rotation complete Alhamdulillah
After completing 3 rotations so far, it’s eye opening to see the different levels of autonomy CRNAs have depending on the culture of the practice.
This was the first site where I was left alone in the room 90% of the time.
First site where I performed anesthesia for Trauma patients (gunshots, stabbings, motor vehicle accidents)
First site where I was on overnight call shifts and went to the floor for emergent intubations.
Lots of firsts, but I’m still a baby in the world of
hashtag#anesthesia ; glad that I’m able to finally start walking on my own a little bit.
Though I battle with the chronic fatigue that comes with school, I’m Incredibly humble and grateful for all the opportunities and preceptors that go out of their way to educate me in ways that help improve my practice.
And, just like that, Erica Williams completed her anesthesia clinical residency from Texas Wesleyan University
DNAP Scholarly Project: The Effect of Magnesium Sulfate on Postoperative Pain in Spine Surgery
Next up, graduation & CRNA boards!
Morning light, silken dream to flight
As the darkness gave way to dawn
You've survived, now your moment has arrived
Now your dream has finally been born
~ Denice Williams, Black Butterfly
Captain LaDonna Tolbert, Army Nurse Corps entering clinical phase of the United States Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing
I just finished my first year at the Army-Baylor US Army Graduate Program in Anesthesia Nursing…
THE #2 Nurse Anesthesia Program in the country!
This has been the absolute best training I’ve had since joining the Army. The faculty and staff are top tier educators and trainers. Their expertise, dedication to excellence, and unwavering support of the residents contribute to the program’s success!
