The new AANA CPC Core Modules set the standard for an innovative and dynamic learning journey. Our creative course design and microlearning environment provide an engaging learning experience that fits your busy schedule and keeps you up-to-date on the latest innovations in anesthesia practice.

The cost of the CPC Modules through the AANA website is $299. If you purchase the CPC Modules through DANA, we are extending a discounted rate of $199. Once payment is received through DANA, individuals will receive a unique promotional code to apply upon checkout when purchasing the modules directly on the AANA website.

This comprehensive course has been designed to offer airway reinforcement to anesthesia providers and provide essential evidenced-based knowledge and technical skills to manage anticipated and unanticipated difficult airways. Instructional methods will include both didactic lectures and hands-on practice at fully equipped simulation stations. The course will reinforce simple and effective airway algorithms for the difficult airway and tips on successful utilization of advanced airway tools.

Join us for an incredible hands-on experience at the Difficult Airway Workshop! This immersive training will cover essential airway management techniques, including fiberoptic intubation, intubating LMA, surgical airway/cricothyrotomy, and ultrasound-guided airway visualization. Participants will also gain hands-on practice with the Aintree tube changer, bougie, and video laryngoscopy, ensuring they leave with the confidence and skills needed to manage even the most challenging airways.

ICU Nurses are welcome to attend the 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. session on Mock Emergent Bedside Intubation at no charge.

Lecturer:
Michael Scully, DNP, CRNA, MSN, MHS, LTC USAR (retired)
Adjunct Faculty Member at Villanova University, Nurse Anesthesia Program, Simulation Lab

The Spring Meeting is pending AANA approval for 6 CEU credits.

RNs will receive a certificate of attendance for 1 CEU credit for self-reporting.

AGENDA

7:15 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Registration and Breakfast

7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
Mock Emergent Bedside Intubation: CRNAs and ICU Nurses Collaborate at the Bedside
(ICU Nurses Welcome to Attend)

8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Review of the Vortex Airway Model: KISS (Keep It Super Simple) Difficult Airway Management Under Pressure: Stress Mitigation Strategies for Anesthesia Providers

9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Setting the Table for Success: Optimizing Airway Management with Nasal Techniques, Supernova, CPAP, Positioning, and Preoxygenation with Immediate Hands-On Training

9:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m.
Break

9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA): Review of Fiberoptic Intubating LMA and Utilization of the Aintree Catheter with Immediate Hands-On Training

10:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Advanced Intubation Techniques: Bougie Assisted Oral and Nasal Intubation with Immediate Hands-On Training

11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Lunch provided by Merck Pharmaceuticals

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Performing Awake Fiberoptic Intubation: Laryngeal Localization, Optimal Positioning, and Sedation Strategies with Immediate Hands-On Training

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fundamentals to Surgical Airway: Cricothyrotomy and Ultrasound for Airway Anatomy Identification with Immediate Hands-On Training

2:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Wrap Up: discussion, Q&A, and Participant Feedback

Space is limited for this workshop! Register early.

Registration fee includes breakfast and lunch.

SAVE-THE-DATE

Watch for additional information in the spring/summer of 2025 regarding the agenda, registration fees, etc. 

The 2025 Annual Fall Meeting will include a welcome reception and a program with 1 CEU on the evening of October 10th, a full day of programming on Saturday, October 11th, and a half day of programming on Sunday, October 12th. This year's meeting will be held at the Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center in Rehoboth Beach, DE. The purpose of the meeting is to present topics specific to the discipline of anesthesia along with clinical knowledge updates for nurse anesthetists. Lectures are led by experts in their field. Opportunities for discussion and a question and answer session will be provided.

SPONSOR-A-STUDENT

Through the generosity of our CRNAs, the Delaware Association of Nurse Anesthetists has been able to provide complimentary registration for the SRNAs to attend the annual meeting. CRNAs who sponsor a student will receive the following recognition:

• Verbal recognition by the President during the opening remarks
• Name listed in program booklet as a student sponsor
• Special ribbon on nametag at the conference acknowledging your donation

Please consider giving the gift of education by supporting our SRNAs to attend the conference.

HOTEL INFORMATION

A block of hotel rooms has been reserved for the 2025 DANA Annual Fall Meeting at The Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center at a rate of $225 per night for a single or double room. Please call 1-800-422-0600 and mention the Delaware Association of Nurse Anesthetists block #11286 to secure your room. Please note that specific room types can be requested although are not guaranteed. One complimentary parking space, per room, is provided in the hotel parking lot for overnight guests only. Parking is not provided on the property for day guests attending events. Attendees who are not staying overnight will need to park on the street or in a public lot.