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Considerations for an aging nurse anesthetists workforce.

Brett Morgan¹, Lorraine Jordan², Luis A Rivera³

¹Education and Practice, American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, 222 South Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068, United States.

Geriatric Nursing (New York, N.Y.)

|November 7, 2020

Summary

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The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) workforce is aging, with nearly half over 50. Older CRNAs face unique workplace challenges and injury risks, impacting job satisfaction and productivity.

Keywords:

Aging Nurse Anesthetists Succession planning Workforce

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Nursing
Healthcare Workforce Studies
Occupational Health

Background:

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) workforce is experiencing significant aging.
Nearly half of all CRNAs are aged 50 or older, with educators and managers being the oldest.
This demographic shift presents unique challenges for the profession.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the challenges faced by aging CRNAs.
To identify common workplace injuries and risks for older CRNAs.
To explore strategies for retaining older healthcare workers and planning for retirement.

Main Methods:

The study analyzed the demographic trends of the CRNA workforce.
It identified common occupational hazards and injury types affecting older practitioners.
It reviewed literature on workplace environment improvements and succession planning.

Main Results:

A substantial portion of the CRNA workforce is over 50, particularly in leadership and education roles.
Older CRNAs are at increased risk for injuries from repetitive motion, falls, needle sticks, fatigue, and mental health issues.
Workplace environment and retention strategies are crucial for older healthcare workers.

Conclusions:

Addressing the needs of aging CRNAs is vital for maintaining workforce stability.
Implementing supportive work environments and succession planning can mitigate challenges and improve job satisfaction.
Proactive strategies are necessary to ensure the future of CRNA practice.