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Mount Marty University Nurse Anesthesia Program

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Mount Marty University Nurse Anesthesia Program

This 36-month program leads to a Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice degree and is divided into two-phases. The first semester is 100% didactic.

The mission of the Nurse Anesthesia Program is to prepare the next generation of advanced practice nursing professionals committed to excellence in clinical care, advancing the profession, and service to the human community. The program includes an initial didactic phase of 11 months, and a clinical phase lasting 19 months. The second and third semesters are 95% didactic and 5% clinical. The remaining semesters (19 months) are 95% clinical and 5% didactic . This program exceeds in courses, hours and techniques required by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs. The didactic classes are typically held on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays leaving the other days open for independent or group study and human patient simulation laboratory activity. In regards to the clinical phase, students are assigned by a matching process to one of eleven primary affiliations. Most students spend four to twelve weeks at a secondary site(s) for a specialty rotation. Some clinical assignments involve rotation to different facilities.

01/09/2026

🌟 DNAP Faculty Friday Feature: Wendy Welty, BS, CRNA, APRN, CHSE 🌟

Wendy Welty has been a CRNA for over 30 years, spending her entire career with Avera McKennan. She has worked in the Level II Main OR, served 9 years as Director of the Anesthesia Department, and 4 years at the Avera Surgical Center.

Last May, she joined the Mount Marty Nurse Anesthesia Program, where she teaches in the Simulation and Skills Lab, leads an online summer course, and assists with hospital site visits. She also recently earned her Certified Healthcare Simulation Educator (CHSE) credential to support the program’s new high-fidelity AI simulator.

Wendy shares, “It has been a joy working with students. They are energetic and eager to learn, and this feels like a way to give back to my profession.”

Faith, family, and service guide her life. She volunteers with Lifelight, Mission Haiti, and Compassion International, and loves time with her husband, four children, and four grandchildren. Outside of work, you’ll find her enjoying lake days, hiking, trail walks, and staying active at the gym.

We are grateful for the experience, heart, and dedication Wendy brings to the Mount Marty Anesthesia team! 💙

12/24/2025

❄️☃️ Holiday cheer was in full swing at the DNAP campus!
Our Door Decorating Contest brought out the creativity in both learners and teachers. Congratulations to this year’s student and faculty door winners! ☃️❄️

Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season! Merry Christmas from the DNAP program🎄

12/19/2025

🌟 DNAP Faculty Friday Feature: Codi Schrempp, DNAP, CRNA 🌟

🎓 Earned her DNAP from the Mount Marty Nurse Anesthesia Program — 2023

Adjunct Professor Schrempp teaches Clinical Correlation I, II, and III online — courses designed to strengthen students’ test-taking skills, reinforce key didactic content, and connect classroom learning with real-world clinical experiences. Her work plays a vital role in preparing SRNAs for the rigor of board exams and the complexity of clinical practice.

Clinically, Schrempp has spent the past 2.5 years as a CRNA at Monument Health in Rapid City, where she has developed a special interest in cardiothoracic anesthesia. She also enjoys continuing her impact beyond the virtual classroom by precepting students in the clinical setting.

At home, life is full and lively with her son, daughter, cows, chickens, and horses. And when she’s not chasing kids or critters, you can find her savoring the quiet joy of her garden. 🌿

We’re grateful for the knowledge, dedication, and heart she brings to the Mount Marty Anesthesia community! 💙

12/12/2025

The Nurse Anesthesia faculty and staff came together outside the classrooms and ORs to serve our community, living out the philosophy that guides our program. 💛

Personal Growth ✝ Professional Commitment ✝ Community Service

12/05/2025

👏 Congratulations to DNAP student Jeff Wanner. We recognize this achievement on his journey toward becoming a CRNA.

12/05/2025

🌟 DNAP Faculty Friday Feature: Rachel Krier, DNAP, CRNA 🌟
🎓 DNAP, Mount Marty Nurse Anesthesia Program — 2022
💉 CRNA at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls for the past 3 years
Adjunct Professor Krier teaches Role Development I & II, Cognizance in Anesthesia Practice, and Seminar (Business Models) online — helping students navigate the profession’s evolving roles, policies, and expectations. She was recently invited to serve on this year’s Clinical Simulation Evaluation Panel, supporting student readiness for advanced clinical practice.
Clinically, she brings strong experience from her work at Sanford Health, providing high-quality anesthesia care across diverse surgical settings.
Service is important to her — she regularly volunteers at local shelters, giving back to the community she loves.
“In my element, I’m adventuring outdoors with my husband and two sons — hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and exploring whenever we can.”
📖 Favorite Bible Verse:
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13
We’re so grateful for the expertise, heart, and dedication Professor Krier brings to the Mount Marty Anesthesia team! 💙

11/21/2025

🌟 DNAP Faculty Friday Feature: Maggie Hortness, MSN, CRNA 🌟

🎓 MSN from Mount Marty Nurse Anesthesia Program -- 2015

🎓 Currently completing her DNAP at Mount Marty -- 2025!

Assistant Professor Hortness teaches Anesthesia Principles I, II, and III while pursuing her doctorate — talk about dedication! As part of her ongoing work, she’s driven further integration of simulation as evaluation to bridge classroom learning to clinical practice - ensuring SRNA readiness for Phase II Clinical.

Clinically, Hortness brings 10 years of CRNA experience, including high-acuity cases at a Level I Trauma Center and, most recently, providing nurse anesthesia care to surgical patients in rural communities.

At home, she and her husband are raising FIVE young boys! 👦👦👦👦👦

Students say Professor Hortness is incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and truly cares about their success. We’re so lucky to have her on the Mount Marty Anesthesia team! 💙

11/19/2025

Happy Birthday, Dr. Jim Barnett!!!
Your steady leadership and unwavering support have truly become the backbone of our program. With 25+ years as a CRNA, 4 years as part of the Mount Marty family, and now 1 year as our Program Director, you’ve made an incredible impact on our students, faculty, and the future of this profession. Thank you for being our rock, our guide, and a constant source of strength and encouragement. We’re so grateful for you!

10/30/2025

A huge shoutout to Dr. Lindsey Barthel for speaking at the TLC Workshop: “Caritas & Community”! We’re proud to have such a passionate and inspiring faculty member as part of our Nurse Anesthesia Program.
See more information here: https://mountmarty.libcal.com/event/15333838

10/18/2025

Instructor Welty and Dr. LeBrun spent 2 days in Waco, Texas to complete the Gaumard Scientific training course for Hi-Fidelity Simulators.

“The simulation and scenario-building techniques learned and reinforced will exponentially grow the learning capabilities for SRNAs for years to come.” - LeBrun

"The high fidelity functionality of the simulators and AI capability will greatly enhance the overall experience for our students" - Welty

10/17/2025

Over 80 high school students learned about the CRNA profession and the Mount Marty DNAP program during Yankton Scrubs Camp! We’re thrilled to see such enthusiasm for the future of nurse anesthesia. 💙

10/14/2025

Several of our students recently volunteered at the Humane Society, assisting with daily tasks such as folding laundry and spending time with the animals — including a new friend, Summit! 🐾 We’re proud of their compassion and dedication to serving our community.

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