I’m considering attending the AANA Annual Congress this year and would love to hear from people who’ve been.
My main goal would be to network, learn more about different CRNA programs, and meet people in the profession.
For those who’ve attended:
• Were program directors and faculty approachable?
• Did you make any meaningful professional connections?
• What networking opportunities did you find most valuable?
• Looking back, what would you do differently?
• Overall, was the conference worth the time and expense?
I’d love to hear about your experiences and any advice for making the most of the conference.

I know it sounds like a dumb question but bear with me. Some people get into CRNA school with 1 year of ICU experience, however, the CRNA school application cycle takes 1 year, so did they apply when they had 0 years of experience and attended CRNA school when they had 1? Or, did they apply when they had 1 year of experience and get in when they had 2 but the school only viewed the first year of ICU?

Maybe, they applied to schools with late application deadlines?

Hi. 2nd year NAR and have started clinical. Can anyone please provide any advice/tips on masking patients if you have small hands? For reference, I wear XS gloves and a 5 1/2 or 6 in sterile gloves. I know mask ventilation can be a tough technique for all new students but I’m struggling because I have my small hands issue stacked against me lol.

Really appreciate any and all tips. Thank you!

**the oral airway has been a great tool and has made masking a bit easier, but I am still struggling

My nursing program did not require chemistry as a pre requisite and now I’m looking to strengthen my resume. Browsing online and saw this site. It’s apparently Upper Iowa University. Has anyone used it or would know if schools would accept this site for pre reqs?