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RIANA
Rhode Island Association of Nurse Anesthetists

Leadership

Board of Directors

The Rhode Island Association of Nurse Anesthetists is governed by a volunteer board of practicing CRNAs and student representatives committed to advancing our profession and serving Rhode Island patients.

Laura Turini, President

President

Laura Turini

APRN, CRNA, MSN

Laura is a certified registered nurse anesthetist with nearly two decades of experience. Originally from Cranston, she now resides in East Greenwich, RI with her husband and their two children. A 2007 graduate of the St. Joseph School of Nurse Anesthesia, she practices in RI and Massachusetts and helps educate Nurse Anesthesia students clinically, while also visiting local schools to share the profession. Laura previously served as RIANA President from 2011 to 2015 and currently holds the role again. She received the "Nurse Anesthetist of the Year" award in 2016. Outside of work, she enjoys yoga, strength training, sewing, travel, the beach, fashion, and being active in her children's Christian school.

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Vice President

Maria Ross

CRNA

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Secretary

Jasmina Klapic

MS, CRNA

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Treasurer

Bevin Doyle

CRNA

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Interested in serving on the board?

RIANA elections are held annually. Active members in good standing are encouraged to nominate themselves or a colleague for open board positions.

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