Are you ready for what comes next?

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought national attention to nurse anesthetists and our role as health care leaders. Our skills have been recognized through a series of executive orders that lifted barriers to full practice authority and built momentum for positive change.

Elevate your influence, grow your network, and earn 6.75 Class A CE credits.

Join us at the AANA Leadership Summit to tailor your ability to guide teams in times of crisis and shape the future of our profession. In just two days, our live event will help you acquire and apply the skills to be an effective leader in nurse anesthesia practice — inside and outside of the OR. The only way to learn is LIVE ONLINE. Our 2020 Leadership Summit programming won’t be recorded or repeated.

Agenda

*Session times are subject to change.

Saturday, November 14, 2020

2:00 PM CT – 3:00 PM CT
Leading in Times of Crisis
- Brett Morgan, DNP, CRNA (moderator)
- Randall Moore, DNP, MBA, CRNA
- Stephanie Grolemund, MSN, CRNA
- Brian Berry, CRNA, MS, MBA
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Describe AANA's national advocacy efforts and available resources to support CRNAs during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2. Describe state level efforts and initiatives and their impact on the response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
3. Describe preparation for, challenges faced, and lessons learned within a facility during the COVID-19 pandemic.
3:15 PM CT – 4:15 PM CT
Leadership in Action Session 1 – Micro Presentations
- Brett M. Fadgen, MSN, CRNA, CFRN
- Joseph A. Rodriguez, CRNA
- Meredith F. Joyner, MSNA, CRNA
- Brent A. Dunworth, DNP, MBA, CRNA, NEA-BC
- Amanda B. Dickert, CRNA, MS, DNAP(c), APRN, NEA-BC
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Explore clinical level leadership projects and discuss strategies for implementing leadership initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
4:15 PM CT

End of day

Sunday, November 15, 2020

9:00 AM CT – 9:45 AM CT
Caring for Self and Others as a Leader During Times of Crisis
- TBD
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Leaders identify elements of peer support and mental health resources to positively benefit those they lead as well as in caring for self throughout and following a crisis.
2. Leaders discuss strategies for managing wellness challenges related to their role as a leader.
10:00 AM CT – 11:00 AM CT
Examining the Components of Servant and Ethical Leadership with Real World Applicability During the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Steve Mund, DNP, CRNA, FACHE
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Identify the components of servant leadership.
2. Engage in discussions concerning ethical decision-making during times of stress such as COVID-19.
11:15 AM CT – 12:15 PM CT
Just Breathe: Leadership Through an N95 Mask
- Andrew Benson, DNP, CRNA
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Discuss strategies to adapt and overcome circumstances for CRNAs.
2. Understand key concepts of effective leadership in a critical environment.
12:15 PM CT – 1:00 PM CT

BREAK
1:00 PM CT – 2:00 PM CT
COVID-19 Executive Orders: Turning Temporary Removal of Restrictions into Permanent Advocacy Strategy
- Jennifer Schmitt, MS, CRNA
- Debra Diaz, DNP, APRN, CRNA
- Mark Haffey, MSN, CRNA
- Jill Mason-Nguyen, DNAP, CRNA
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Identify strategies, challenges, and opportunities of advocacy efforts.
2. Describe resources available to support state efforts.
2:15 PM CT – 3:15 PM CT
Leadership in Action Session 2 – Micro Presentations
- Mary A. Wilson, MSN, DNP, CRNA
- Jean F. Snyder, DNAP, MSNA, CRNA
- Howard Goodwin, DNAP, CRNA, CHSE
- Jennifer A. Parks, MSN, MFA, APRN, CRNA
- Doug L. Struyk, JD
Learner Outcome(s)
1. Explore clinical level leadership projects and discuss strategies for implementing leadership initiatives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
3:15 PM CT

End of program

Monday, November 16, 2020

7:30 PM CT – 8:30 PM CT
CRNA-PAC Trivia Night
- AANA Members - Please watch your email for details.

Why Attend?

In a time of national crisis, it has never been more important to develop the leadership skills you need to better serve your patients. Attend AANA Leadership Summit to connect with other CRNAs who want to break down barriers and stand up for quality care.