07/03/2020
THE CRNAs BEHIND NURSE ANESTHESIA 101
Ryan obtained his Masterâs in Anesthesiology from Barry University and began practice as a CRNA in 2015. Ryan is one of the most sought-after preceptors in his anesthesia group due to his knowledge base, critical care intuition, communication skills, and passion to educate. On any given shift, Ryan is educating nurse anesthesia students from both AdventHealth University and Florida State University.
The opportunity to develop a supportive platform, which caters to nurses and nursing students, fits seamlessly into Ryanâs strengths as an educator and mentor. Ryan regularly offers job shadowing to both ICU nurses and nursing students. During these specific experiences, he is often asked the big questions about the path to nurse anesthesia school. Watching ICU nurses that have shadowed him reach their full potential as CRNAs was the defining impetus that led to the development of Nurse Anesthesia 101. The opportunities that exist within the Nurse Anesthesia 101 platform offer tangible benefits to Ryanâs clients. His ability to impart clarity is a vital component of his leadership expertise.
Ryanâs professional background is diverse and expansive. Prior to pursuing a degree in nursing, he studied engineering at Virginia Tech, designed specifications and marketing for a publicly traded IT business, and also worked as a musician and recording artist. Ryanâs interest in nurse anesthesia was the reason he made the pivotal career move into nursing. Having grown up in a family of nurses and healthcare professionals, Ryan learned of the CRNA profession and made this vital decision before taking his first pre-requisite nursing class.
Having an artistic and innovative mind, combined with a desire to teach others, Ryan envisioned the opportunity to create an interactive and supportive community of nurse anesthesia educators. This vision led to a partnership with his colleagues and friends, Dan and Hilary, and ultimately to the development of Nurse Anesthesia 101.
When Ryan is not in the operating room, you might find him boating, fishing, hiking, or camping with his wife Sam and their six children. He also loves traveling with Sam, teaching his children how to DIY, and hosting special events with friends and family.
