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What I wish I had known before stepping into the OR as a nurse anesthesia resident

What I wish I had known before stepping into the OR as a nurse anesthesia resident

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Episode 9: What I Wish I Had Known Before Stepping Into the OR as a Nurse Anesthesia Resident

Welcome back to The Nomadic Clinician! I’m your host, David Warren — CRNA, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, and former anesthesia resident who learned a few things the hard way.

In this episode, I’m sharing the unfiltered truths I wish someone had told me before my very first day in the OR as a student. From managing imposter syndrome to learning how to communicate with your preceptor, adapting to OR culture, and building confidence in your skills — we’re covering it all.

Whether you’re gearing up for clinicals or reflecting on your own early OR days, this episode is packed with insights, encouragement, and lessons you don’t want to learn the hard way.

Hit subscribe and stick around — because we’re just getting started.

Keywords: CRNA, nurse anesthesia resident, clinical residency, CRNA school, RRNA Follow me on: Instagram: davidwarrennp YouTube: davidwarrennp TikTok: davidwarrennp Send me an email: davidwarrenrnbsn@gmail.com

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