03/01/2024
My journey to becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) began in nursing school, where I was inspired by the autonomy and confidence CRNAs exhibited in managing airway emergencies and anesthetics. Prior to this, I gained valuable experience working for six years in the Emergency Department, including travel nursing, before transitioning to the Surgical Trauma Transplant ICU at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Iâve been a CRNA for seven years, having trained at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro (Raleigh School of Nurse Anesthesia). Initially, I worked at a spine & joint hospital, then moved to a level II trauma facility in East Texas, seeking a broader range of cases. My career also took an unexpected turn when I became a medical cnnabis advocate, driven by my husbandâs familyâs involvement in the industry in Michigan and my realization of the significant scientific backing behind cnnabis medicine.
In my role as a CRNA and cnnabis advocate, I leverage my expertise in pharmacology, biology, clinical application, and evidence-based practice to educate others. I aim to offer alternative, more sustainable treatment approaches, emphasizing preventive and holistic methods. Despite the challenges and skepticism in the medical community, I am passionate about this advocacy.
Looking ahead, I envision a life focused on nature and preventive medicine, hoping to guide others in this pursuit while maintaining my practice in anesthesia. Reflecting on my career, I would advise my younger self and new CRNA graduates to trust in their abilities, continuously learn, and find their passion. Influenced by God, my mother, and my husband, I also find joy in creative pursuits like painting and content creation for social media, alongside my responsibilities as a mother.
Iâm so glad you are here and thank you for reading this far. I canât wait to share more about myself and who I am becoming this year.