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1is the Program Administrator and an Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology at the University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine, Program of Nurse Anesthesia, Los Angeles, California; he provides anesthesia services at the VA Greater Los Angeles Health Care System, Los Angeles, California; and is the immediate past president of the California Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
Abstract:
Imposter phenomenon (IP) is an evolving, multidimensional construct defined as self-perceived intellectual phoniness and professional ineptitude frequently experienced by individuals working in high-performance or competitive environments. IP consequences include psychological distress, role underoptimization, and career dissatisfaction. As high-achieving advanced practice nurses in a profession often evaluated by peers, certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) are at risk for IP. Identifying impostorism early in the CRNA's career and adopting healthy management strategies can optimize the nurse anesthesiologist's healthcare role, lead to a more fulfilling career, and support personal wellness.
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