From Struggle to Strength: A CRNA’s Journey Through Diversion and Recovery

Today we’re looking forward to sharing a deep and insightful conversation with Anita Bertrand, a seasoned CRNA, about the challenging topic of nurse anesthesia diversion and recovery. Anita candidly shares her personal journey, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, support, and a compassionate approach to addressing the complex issues that lead to diversion.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• What leads a struggling CRNA into diversion?


• The signs and the indicators that a nurse anesthetist might encounter in the workplace, which could lead them to consider diversion.


• Resources and organizations you can turn to for support.


• What are the processes that a state board typically follows and what impact could it have on someone’s career?


• Her personal journey and the struggles that she has been able to overcome.

About our guest: https://www.aorn.org/outpatient-surgery/article/2017-March-editors-page-a-crnas-story-of-addiction-and-recovery

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