Ep 150: Expanding Role of CRNAs in Disaster Response

With the resources and skills that CRNAs possess, they are trained to succeed in crisis situations, which is why more and more of our peers are assisting in disaster response. One of those generous people is Corinne Chausse, a CRNA from North Carolina that has worked on the front lines of Iraq, at the epicenter of the pandemic, and other highly stressful locations. Today she joins the show to talk about this experience, share remarkable stories, and explain the many benefits of serving in these response roles. 

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What we discuss in this episode: 

4:09 – Background on Corrine

6:47 – Places she’s traveled to  

10:41 – Preparing herself for these violent locations  

11:54 – Handling blast injuries

14:55 – Influencing her work at home

16:38 – Dealing with COVID in NYC  

21:16 – Positive memories she has  

26:54 – The tremendous levels of stress  

34:24 – Advice CRNAs with an interest in this work  

37:54 – Lightning Round