Confident Care Academy
Episodes
CRNA School as a Non-US Citizen with Milo Bescher
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Starting an Anesthesia Education Business with Core Anesthesia
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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CRNA Advocacy with Matt McCoy
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Navigating CRNA School as a Parent
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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Pediatric Anesthesia with Kate Freedman
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome a pediatric-specialized CRNA who has delivered engaging guest lectures for our academy. Tune in to hear e...
Paralysis in the ICU | What ICU Nurses Need to Know about Paralytic Drips
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You work with critically ill patients daily, want to be prepared for medical emergencies, and have an in-depth understanding of the pharmacology asso...
CRNA School Interview Tips | When to start preparing, Applicant mistakes and more
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You've worked hard for years to get to this point-now you want to know how to best prepare for CRNA school interviews. In this episode we go ove...
How Should You Study For the NCLEX in 2023 | New Updates, Studying Effectively and Exam Day Tips
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comment your tips for graduating nursing students below! What do graduating nursing students need to know to pass the Next Generation NCLEX in 2023?...
How to Study Pharmacology | Review of Propofol
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you tackle the task of studying pharmacology? Whether you’re a new to ICU nurse, an experienced nurse reviewing for CRNA interviews, or abou...
Professional Development
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
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Your First Induction of Anesthesia | The rundown of inducing general anesthesia for beginners
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comment what you’d like for us to talk about on the next episode! The basics of anesthesiology are some of the most difficult skills you’ll mast...
Growing Thick Skin in the ICU as a new graduate nurse
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you’re a new graduate ICU nurse, or new SRNA-it’s hard to operate in high-stakes environments & receive feedback. In this episode of ...
5 Tips for Giving Report as a New Nurse
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comment your tips for giving & receiving ICU report! In this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we dive into 5 tips for new graduate ...
How to Make Money as a Nurse Influencer: 5 Tips for Building a Presence on Social Media
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bedside nursing is often severely underpaid, yet at the same time nursing is one of the few degrees that can be leveraged to change your socioeconomic...
Your first day in the OR | How to prepare for your first day in the Operating Room as an RRNA
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Giving anesthesia in the operating room is unlike any other place you may have worked in the hospital. Changes happen quicker, the guardrails are off,...
Overcoming Failure as a Nurse | Imposter Syndrome and practicing self-compassion
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comment your experience on overcoming failure in healthcare! Failure is scary, and yet as humans doing hard things- it is also INEVITABLE. In this ep...
5 Essential Lessons for New Grad Nurses | Practicing communication, prioritizing self care and more
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comment the tips YOU have for new graduate nurses, or comment what questions you have as a new graduate nurse! The learning curve is steep for new gra...
How We Got Here | Our Origin Stories, How we started our business and more!
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Anna and Chrissy dive into their shared history that brought them to become nurses, content creators, and launch the Confident Care A...
Studying Differences In CRNA School vs Nursing School | Study techniques and time management
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We want to prepare you to utilize effective study techniques at every step of your journey. In this episode, we dive deep into what the research says ...
Traveling & Exploring an Area as a Travel Nurse | Enjoying your stay and making new friends
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Travel nursing offers the opportunity to uniquely experience new and incredible locations–but you have to be intentional in setting aside time and e...
Nurse Entrepreneurship | What we've learned in our first year of business
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Have you thought about starting a business? We believe that nurses are uniquely skilled communicators and self-educators–which makes nurses incredi...
How to Afford CRNA School | Everything you need to know about Grad School Loans
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The rundown of EVERYTHING to consider regarding grad school loans. From deciding if the cost is truly worth it, to understanding the loan options ava...
What kind of cases do CRNAs REALLY give anesthesia for?
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What types of cases do CRNAs REALLY do? This is a commonly misunderstood topic; in this episode of the Confident Care Academy podcast we dive into fa...
Master the Art of Moving: Tips for Travel Nurses and RRNAs
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do travel nurses NEED to know about moving, housing, and travel contract selection in 2023? After travel nursing for 3 years-this podcast episode...
How to Get Better Grades: Science-Based Study Tips That Save Time
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We HATE study techniques that waste your time and lead to mediocre grades. In this episode we dive deep into what the research says about studying so ...
Owning Your Role: How to transition from student to professional (for nurses and CRNAs)
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For most of us, the transition from nursing student (and RRNA) to nursing professional feels like jumping off a cliff. You’re unsure if your clinica...
Don't Lose Money With Credentialing Delays | How to Speed Up the Licensing Process
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do travel nurses need to know about travel nurse licensing? What’s the scoop on CRNA licensing and credentialing? In this episode of the Confid...
Everything You Need to Know About the Next Generation NCLEX 2023: New Changes and Study Tips (feat. Picmonic)
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What do graduating nursing students need to know to pass the Next Generation NCLEX in 2023? What is different about the new NCLEX? How can you prepare...
The Myth of the Level One Trauma Center | Do you need to work in one to get into CRNA school?
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need to work in a Level I Trauma Center to get into CRNA School? In this episode we dive into what IS a Level I Trauma Center, why people ofte...
Nursing Job Search | What nursing school didn't tell you!
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You DON'T have to start in med-surg as a new graduate nurse! In this episode, we're diving into EVERYTHING your nursing school DIDN'T tell...
CRNA School Prerequisites | Taking extra courses? Where to take them?
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you need to take extra courses to get into CRNA School? The answer is ... MAYBE! Who should take extra courses? Which courses do you take? Where sh...
The Ultimate Tool for Every ICU Nurse…Your Nursing Assessment!
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You don't have all the answers, but you DO have your assessment. You might not know what a change means, but knowing that it's different or not normal...
Travel Nurse Before CRNA School?
06 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The question of when and IF to travel nurse before starting CRNA school is complex! In this episode we cover the instances that travel nursing can HEL...
ICU Nurse MISTAKES| CRNA & SRNA talk Sedation vs Pain Control
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sedation and pain control are not the same thing! In this episode we discuss what experienced nurses, medical teams AND new graduate nurses alike ofte...
Compare Travel Nurse & CRNA Income - Is the Investment in CRNA School Worth it?
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do travel nurses and CRNAs make the same compensation profile? Is it financially worth it to take out $200k in loans to pursue a graduate degree? Fina...
Code Blue Management | Mental Health and Communication for Medical Professionals
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing an emergency situation is stressful! In this episode, we dive into the management of medical emergencies and also mental health and communica...
Cardiac ICU Nursing I Swan-Ganz Catheters & Hemodynamic Monitoring in the CVICU
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
While you might not work with Swan-Ganz catheters on your unit often, principles from understanding the waveforms apply. This episode is a surface-lev...
What ICU & ER Nurses NEED to know about Atrial Fibrillation
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Managing Atrial Fibrillation is common on all critical care units! In this episode, we dive into not only clinical considerations for the management o...
ICU & ER Nursing tips for Heart Failure in 2023
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Anna and Chrissy dive deep into the topic of Heart Failure.
ICU & ER Nursing What Nurses NEED to know about Mitral Regurgitation
01 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mitral Regurgitation is common in critical care nursing units, but the implications and nursing considerations are not always taught in school. ...
Learning and MASTERING Nursing Skills in 2023
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning new clinical skills can be hard- especially ones that involve patient care! We talk about how to master any new skill efficiently so that you...
MISTAKES with Vasopressors | Understanding Epinephrine, Levophed, Vasopressin & More in 2023
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about vasopressors, how they work and the most common mistakes we see when using these drugs.
New Nurse in the ICU? 10 Tips to Effectively Communicate with Confidence
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Learning how to talk to providers can be intimidating as a new grad nurse. In this episode, Anna and Chrissy discuss how to talk to providers so that ...
Nurse Bullying? Dealing with Boundaries & Bullies as a New Registered Nurse
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Chrissy and Anna dig into common pitfalls for new nurses, reflect on their own experiences with setting boundaries and share tips for ...
ANXIETY as Critical Care Nurses I Mental Health in the ICU
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing is worse than feeling anxious as a new grad nurse! Anna and Chrissy talk about tools, strategies, and mindset shifts that helped them overcome...
NIGHT SHIFT TIPS I Working Nightshift as a Nurse
02 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Anna and Chrissy dive into all their best tips and tricks for surviving night shift as a new grad nurse!
New Grad Nurse Survival Tips
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chrissy & Anna the cofounders of Confident Care Academy bring you the Confident Care Podcast